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Most common cause of hematochezia in children is

A
Rectal polyp
B
Meckel's diveiculum
C
Necrotizing enterocolitis
D
Acute gastritis
High-Yield Explanation
Serious causes of hematochezia in the neonate include necrotizing enterocolitis and midgut volvulus. A wide variety of causes of hemorrhage occur as children grow older. Causes relatively unique to children are intussusception, Meckel's diveiculum, and juvenile polyps Ref Davidson edition23rd pg 809

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