Jirasek-Zuelzer-Wilson syndrome: A rare abnormality that can occur in newborn infants and involves a complete lack of nerve tissue in the entire colon. The colon is unable to move digesting material through it and leads to a blockage of the digestive system. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Jirasek-Zuelzer-Wilson syndrome is available below.
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