Congenital _____ is a functional obstruction of the colon caused by inadequate motility.
A) ganglionic microcolon
B) aganglionic megacolon
C) hyperganglionic megacolon
D) hyperparasympathetic megacolon

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Aganglionic megacolon, also known as Hirschsprung's disease, is caused by an absence or decrease of ganglion cells in the colon leading to inadequate motility and functional obstruction. Choice A is incorrect because ganglionic microcolon is not a recognized medical condition. Choice C and D are not correct as they do not accurately describe the pathology of Hirschsprung's disease.

Congenital _____ Is a Functional Obstruction of the Colon Caused