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Radiofrequency for the treatment of pilonidal disease: results of a French prospective pilot study [PDF]

Annals of Coloproctology
Purpose Minimally invasive techniques are increasingly applied in the management of pilonidal disease. While laser therapy is well established, radiofrequency (RF) represents a newer alternative with theoretical advantages.
Nadia Fathallah, Amine Antonin Alam, Maria Skoufou, Marie Lazareth, Lucas Spindler, Manuel Aubert, Eric Safa Far, Elise Pommaret, Amélie Barré, Mathilde Wisniewski, Sinon Kurt, Dior Marone, Vincent de Parades   +12 more
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Three-pedicle haemorrhoidectomy in the outpatient setting: the critical roles of information and organization [PDF]

Frontiers in Surgery
IntroductionThree-pedicle haemorrhoidectomy (Milligan-Morgan) has traditionally raised concerns in outpatient settings due to postoperative pain and complications. Since 2015, we have performed this procedure on an outpatient basis.
Eleftherios Gialamas, Eleftherios Gialamas, Eleftherios Gialamas, Dior Marone, Amine Antonin Alam, Nadia Fathallah, Elise Pommaret, Vincent de Parades   +7 more
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Editorial: Advances in proctology and colorectal surgery, volume II [PDF]

Frontiers in Surgery
Marta Goglia, Vito D'Andrea, Mario Trompetto, Giuseppe Clerico, Giuseppe Clerico, Alberto Realis Luc, Gaetano Gallo   +6 more
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Characteristics of Fecal Incontinence in Male Patients in Japan

Journal of the Anus, Rectum and Colon, 2022
Objectives: Although community studies have shown no difference between the sexes in the prevalence of fecal incontinence (FI), few direct comparisons of disease characteristics between male and female patients have been reported.
Sayuri Matsushima, Joji Kuromizu, Nobuyoshi Miyajima, Ayumi Beniya, Yoshioki Hikosaka, Yoichi Kono, Remi Katori, Naomi Matsumura, Masahiko Fukano, Kosuke Okamoto, Yasuhiro Shimojima, Makoto Matsushima   +11 more
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Simple Anal Reinforcement with Anal Encirclement Using an Artificial Ligament in Patients with fecal Incontinence: A Single-center Observational Study

Journal of the Anus, Rectum and Colon, 2022
Objectives: Surgical repair of anal sphincter defects in patients with fecal incontinence (FI) has been associated with excellent or good short-term results; however, its benefits have been shown to deteriorate over long-term follow-up.
Tatsuya Abe, Masao Kunimoto, Yoshikazu Hachiro, Shigenori Ota, Kei Ohara, Mitsuhiro Inagaki   +5 more
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Efficacy and safety of anal encirclement combining the Leeds-Keio artificial ligament with injection sclerotherapy using aluminum potassium sulfate and tannic acid in the management of rectal prolapse: a single-center observational study [PDF]

Annals of Coloproctology, 2023
Purpose Perineal procedures are an important surgical option for frail and high-risk patients with rectal prolapse. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of combined therapy using injection sclerotherapy, with aluminum potassium sulfate ...
Tatsuya Abe, Masao Kunimoto, Yoshikazu Hachiro, Kei Ohara, Mitsuhiro Inagaki   +4 more
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Tolerance and Efficacy of Polyethylene Glycol 4000 in Elderly Patients with Chronic Constipation: A Retrospective, Single-center, Observational Study

Journal of the Anus, Rectum and Colon, 2021
Objectives: This retrospective, observational study aimed to evaluate the tolerance and efficacy of polyethylene glycol 4000 plus electrolytes (PEG 4000) in elderly patients with chronic constipation. Methods: PEG 4000 powder was orally administered once
Tatsuya Abe, Masao Kunimoto, Yoshikazu Hachiro, Kei Ohara, Mitsuhiro Inagaki, Houhei Hishiyama, Masanori Murakami   +6 more
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Are There Sex Differences in Defecation Patterns in Patients with Defecation Disorders? - A Single-center Observational Study

Journal of the Anus, Rectum and Colon, 2023
Objectives: Defecation disorders (DD) are characterized by impaired rectal evacuation due to inadequate defecatory propulsion and/or dyssynergic defecation.
Tatsuya Abe, Masao Kunimoto, Yoshikazu Hachiro, Shigenori Ota, Kei Ohara, Mitsuhiro Inagaki, Masanori Murakami   +6 more
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Effects of Age and Sex on the Anorectal Sensory Threshold to Electrical Stimulation: A Single-center Observational Study

Journal of the Anus, Rectum and Colon, 2023
Objectives: Anorectal sensation is an essential component for maintaining normal defecation and continence. This study aimed to investigate changes in anorectal sensation with age and sex using the anorectal sensory threshold to electrical stimulation in
Tatsuya Abe, Masao Kunimoto, Yoshikazu Hachiro, Shigenori Ota, Kei Ohara, Mitsuhiro Inagaki, Masanori Murakami   +6 more
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Injection of aluminum potassium sulfate and tannic acid in the treatment of fecal incontinence: a single-center observational study [PDF]

Annals of Coloproctology, 2022
Purpose Perianal injection of bulking agents is an attractive treatment option for patients with mild to moderate fecal incontinence (FI). Various bulking agents have been used for injection therapy, but the optimal injection materials and methods are ...
Tatsuya Abe, Masao Kunimoto, Yoshikazu Hachiro, Kei Ohara, Mitsuhiro Inagaki   +4 more
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