Evaluation of obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS) using magnetic resonance defecography (MRD)
Background Obstructed defecation syndrome is associated with varying combinations of a host of ano-rectal abnormalities, and no physical examination can demonstrate these abnormalities.
Arshed Hussain Parry, Abdul Haseeb Wani
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Surgical Interventions and the Use of Device-Aided Therapy for the Treatment of Fecal Incontinence and Defecatory Disorders [PDF]
The purpose of this clinical practice update expert review is to describe the key principles in the use of surgical interventions and device-aided therapy for managing fecal incontinence (FI) and defecatory disorders.
Bharucha, Adil E. +2 more
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Treatment of Obstructed Defecation [PDF]
Obstructed defecation is a common problem that adversely affects the quality of life for many patients. Known causes of obstructed defecation include pelvic dyssynergy, rectocele, rectal intussusception, enterocele, pelvic organ prolapse, and overt rectal prolapse.
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Does 4D transperineal ultrasound have additional value over 2D transperineal ultrasound for diagnosing posterior pelvic floor disorders in women with obstructed defecation syndrome? [PDF]
Objective To establish the diagnostic test accuracy of two‐dimensional (2D) and four‐dimensional (4D) transperineal ultrasound (TPUS) for diagnosis of posterior pelvic floor disorders in women with obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS), in order to ...
Blake, H +6 more
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Obstructive Defecation in Middle-aged Women [PDF]
Obstructive defecation, a significant contributor to constipation, is frequently reported in middle-aged women, yet few population-based studies have established prevalence in this group. We analyzed data from the Reproductive Risks for Incontinence Study at Kaiser, a population-based cohort of racially diverse women, 40-69 years old, to describe the ...
Madhulika G, Varma +5 more
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CONTEXT: The correlation between vaginal delivery, age and pelvic floor dysfunctions involving obstructed defecation is still a matter of controversy.
Sthela Maria Murad-Regadas +5 more
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High-Volume Transanal Surgery with CPH34 HV for the Treatment of III-IV Degree Haemorrhoids: Final Short-Term Results of an Italian Multicenter Clinical Study [PDF]
The clinical chart of 621 patients with III-IV haemorrhoids undergoing Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy (SH) with CPH34 HV in 2012-2014 was consecutively reviewed to assess its safety and efficacy after at least 12 months of follow-up.
Caldarelli, Giuseppe +11 more
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Disorders of the pelvic floor and anal sphincters; a gastroenterologist’s perspective
The integration and coordination of the musculature of the pelvic floor and the anal sphincters is critical to two important physiological functions: defecation and continence.
Eamonn M.M. Quigley, MD FRCP FACP FACG FRCPI
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Background and Objectives: Posterior compartment prolapse is associated with constipation and obstructed defecation syndrome. However, there is still a lack of consensus on the optimal treatment for this condition.
Giuseppe Marino +12 more
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Imaging in patients with obstructed defecation [PDF]
Piloni et al. make an important contribution with ‘‘MRdefecography in obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS): technique, diagnostic criteria, and grading’’ [1]. It is pleasing to see an increasing trend toward comprehensive assessment of patients suffering from ODS in the gray zone between gynecology, urogynecology, gastroenterology, and colorectal ...
H P, Dietz, J, Cartmill
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