Obstructed defecation syndrome (abbreviated as ODS, with many synonymous terms) is a major cause of functional constipation (primary constipation), of...
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mechanism of the obstructed defecation is by telescoping of the intussusceptum, occluding the rectal lumen during attempted defecation. One study analysed...
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types of defecation postures to defecate: squatting and sitting. People use the squatting postures when using squat toilets or when defecating in the open...
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Anismus (redirect from Dyssynergic defecation)
Anismus or dyssynergic defecation is the failure of normal relaxation of pelvic floor muscles during attempted defecation. It can occur in both children...
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Defecography (redirect from Defecating proctogram)
Defecography (also known as proctography, defecating/defecation proctography, evacuating/evacuation proctography or dynamic rectal examination) is a type...
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or by laparoscopy. An enterocele may also obstruct the rectum, leading to symptoms of obstructed defecation. Enteroceles can form after treatment for...
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Rectal tenesmus (category Defecation)
tenesmus is a feeling of incomplete defecation. It is the sensation of inability or difficulty to empty the bowel at defecation, even if the bowel contents have...
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(prolapses) into the lower pelvic cavity. This can obstruct the rectum and cause symptoms of obstructed defecation. The phenomenon is caused by a weak section...
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of cases of rectocele. Rectocele can be a cause of symptoms of obstructed defecation. Rectoceles result from the weakening of the pelvic floor also called...
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occurs in a small minority of persons with chronic constipation or obstructed defecation. Spinal cord lesions and neurological disorders such as Parkinson's...
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