Treatment of Obstructed Defecation

C. Neal Ellis

doi:10.1055/s-2005-870889

Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Inhaltsverzeichnis

Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2005; 18(2): 85-95
DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-870889

Treatment of Obstructed Defecation

C. Neal Ellis¹

¹Department of Surgery, University of South Alabama, Mobile, Alabama

Abstract

ABSTRACT

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. Management of this condition requires an understanding of urinary, defecatory, and sexual function to achieve optimal outcomes. The goal of surgical treatment is to restore the various pelvic organs to their appropriate anatomic positions. However, there is a poor correlation between anatomic and functional results. It must be remembered that the pelvis contains many structures and that defects of pelvic support or function frequently affect other pelvic organs. Optimal outcomes can be achieved only by selecting appropriate treatment modalities that address all of the components of an individual patient's problem.

KEYWORDS

Rectocele - pelvic dyssynergy - biofeedback - enterocele - rectal prolapse

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C. Neal EllisM.D.

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