Currently available scoring tools to evaluate constipation by x-ray do not have good reliability among multiple examiners. Further research is needed to develop an alternate tool to increase the reliability of x-ray to assess constipation between multiple raters.

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We identified accurate, reliable criteria based on objective measurements on abdominal radiograph to differentiate patients with and without constipation. These criteria may be applied to objectively assess constipation status in children with urinary symptoms without a history of constipation. Further study will determine whether these criteria predict the response to treatment.