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Background Feline obstipation is a clinical condition often manifested by defecation inability that results in fecal impaction. This is frequently associated with a blunt traumatic injury that affects mostly the spine and surrounding structures in the ...
Mohammad Raguib Munif +2 more
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A fecalith mimicking a bladder calculus secondary to an appendicovesical fistula: a case report [PDF]
An appendicovesical fistula is defined as an abnormal communication between the appendix and the urinary bladder, with only a few cases reported in the literature.
Mauricio Gonzalez-Urquijo +5 more
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Changes in murine anorectum signaling across the life course [PDF]
Background: Increasing age is associated with an increase in the incidence of chronic constipation and fecal impaction. The contribution of the natural aging process to these conditions is not fully understood.
Fidalgo, S. +4 more
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Fecal identification markers impact the feline fecal microbiota
Fecal diagnostics are a mainstay of feline medicine, and fecal identification markers help to distinguish individuals in a multi-cat environment. However, the impact of identification markers on the fecal microbiota are unknown. Given the increased interest in using microbiota endpoints to inform diagnosis and treatment, the objective of this study was
Nora Jean Nealon +15 more
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The Appropriateness of Glycerin Enema in Pediatric Patients Visiting the Emergency Department
Objectives: We determined whether glycerin enemas were appropriately prescribed in pediatric fecal impaction patients using the Leech score and identified factors that influenced the prescription of glycerin enemas in the pediatric emergency department ...
Min-Jung Kim +4 more
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A nursing assessment tool for adults with fecal incontinence. [PDF]
Fecal incontinence affects slightly more than 1% of community-dwelling adults. This article describes an assessment format, with a research basis when available, that has been developed in a specialist nursing clinic in the United Kingdom.
Chelvanayagam, Sonya, Norton, C.
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Background Constipation during pregnancy is not uncommon. Usually, this does not warrant extensive evaluation and settles with minor interventions or lifestyle modifications.
Mohamed Rishard +4 more
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Value of Abdominal Radiography, Colonic Transit Time, and Rectal Ultrasound Scanning in the Diagnosis of Idiopathic Constipation in Children:A Systematic Review [PDF]
Objective To perform a systematic review evaluating the value of abdominal radiography, colonic transit time (CTT), and rectal ultrasound scanning in the diagnosis of idiopathic constipation in children. Study design Eligible studies were those assessing
Benninga, Marc A. +4 more
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Giant Fecalith Causing Near Intestinal Obstruction and Rectal Ischemia
Fecal impaction if left untreated can lead to the hardening of stools and the formation of fecalith. Fecaliths rarely cause serious complications and are usually managed conservatively.
Sofia Nigar +3 more
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Endometriosis: A Rare Cause of Large Bowel Obstruction. [PDF]
Large bowel obstruction can result in significant morbidity and mortality, especially in cases of acute complete obstruction. There are many possible causes, the most common in adults being colorectal cancer.
Alexandrino, G +5 more
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