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ABSTRACT Objective To determine whether assessment of symptoms and clinical grade of obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIs) is predictive of subsequent endoanal ultrasound (EAUS) and anal manometry (AM) findings to guide mode of birth recommendations. Design Twenty‐year retrospective analysis. Setting Tertiary urogynaecology unit.
Nicola Adanna Okeahialam +2 more
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Evaluation of defecative function 5 years or longer after laparoscopic-assisted pull-through for imperforate anus [PDF]
Background: Laparoscopic anorectoplasty was introduced in 2000, but the procedure has not yet gained universal acceptance. Previous studies, including ours, reported satisfactory early postoperative outcome as compared with posterior sagittal ...
Chan, IHY, Tam, PKH, Wong, KKY, Wu, X
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Abstract Aim The aims of the study were to: (1) update a systematic review on the efficacy of transanal irrigation (TAI) in patients with chronic constipation (CC) and/or faecal incontinence (FI); (2) provide guidance on the position of TAI in the treatment pathway of CC and FI; and (3) discuss knowledge gaps and areas of future research.
Paul F. Vollebregt +13 more
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Urogynecologic Symptoms Are Not Specific to Anatomic Region of Digestive Symptoms
Urogynecologic symptoms are common in patients with DGBIs, regardless of the affected area of the GI tract. We recommend screening for these symptoms in all patients with chronic GI symptoms. ABSTRACT Background/Aims Many patients with digestive symptoms describe underlying urinary or gynecologic symptoms, which may increase visceral sensitivity in the
Madison Simons +5 more
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ABSTRACT Background Chronic constipation is common in India. Identifying its subtypes is essential not only to treat appropriately but also to improve quality of life. Aims To study chronic constipation subtypes and assess their clinical characteristics. Methods This was a prospective observational study.
Ajay Kumar Jain +3 more
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Practices regarding diagnosis and management of third and fourth degree perineal tears [PDF]
Objective: To review our practice of diagnosing and managing third and fourth degree perineal tears. Method: Retrospective case series conducted by reviewing medical records of all women having singleton, full term vaginal delivery at Aga Khan University
Chaudhury, Nasreen +1 more
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6-year-old girl with anorectal malformation: what is more important – anatomy or function?
6-year-old girl with first revealed anorectal malformation with perineal fistula was investigate. She did not have any complaints or history of constipation/soiling. Resting and squeeze anal pressure by anorectal manometry was normal.
Dmitry A. Morozov +3 more
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A pilot study to assess the feasibility of measuring the prevalence of slow colon transit or evacuation disorder in palliative care [PDF]
Context: Constipation is prevalent in palliative care. Whilst numerous factors contribute to this problem, opioid analgesia remains the most quoted aetiology.
Clark, Katherine +1 more
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Objective: To show the correlation of anorectal electromanometry and three-dimensional anorectal ultrasonography in patients with fecal incontinence. Method: Prospective study involving 34 women (mean age: 55 years) with a diagnosis of fecal incontinence.
Tracy Mary Betinardi +5 more
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Transperineal ultrasound in women with rectal endometriosis: could sonographic parameters be correlated with bowel symptoms? [PDF]
STUDY OBJECTIVE: to compare levator hiatal area and anorectal angle at rest and after maximal contraction, at transperineal 2D/3D/4D ultrasound between patients with rectal endometriosis and asymptomatic healthy women and, secondly, to find any ...
Martelli, Valentina <1984>
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