The developmental disorder characterized by an absence of ganglion cells in the distal colon is most accurately characterized as which of the following?
A) Rectourethral fistula
B) Omphalocele
C) Imperforate anus
D) Hirschsprung's disease
E) Pyloric stenosis

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Hirschsprung's disease is characterized by the absence of ganglion cells in the distal colon, leading to symptoms of chronic constipation or intestinal obstruction.

The Developmental Disorder Characterized by an Absence of Ganglion Cells