Pathophysiology of anal incontinence, constipation, and defecatory dysfunction

Anorectal disorders cause significant discomfort and embarrassment in women. The onset typically follows childbirth and symptoms increase with age. This article discusses anal incontinence, defecatory dysfunction, rectal prolapse, and constipation.

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Published inObstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America Vol. 36; no. 3; p. 659
Main Author Toglia, Marc R
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.09.2009
Subjects
Anal Canal - physiopathology
Chronic Disease
Constipation - etiology
Constipation - physiopathology
Defecation - physiology
Fecal Incontinence - etiology
Fecal Incontinence - physiopathology
Female
Humans
Rectal Prolapse - physiopathology
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Summary:Anorectal disorders cause significant discomfort and embarrassment in women. The onset typically follows childbirth and symptoms increase with age. This article discusses anal incontinence, defecatory dysfunction, rectal prolapse, and constipation.
ISSN:1558-0474
DOI:10.1016/j.ogc.2009.08.004