18 Rectal Prolapse

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10.1055/b-0038-166152 18 Rectal ProlapseJanice F. Rafferty Abstract The term rectal prolapse encompasses a spectrum of disorders that result from intussusception or invagination of the rectal wall in a partial-thickness or…

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17 Perianal and Anal Canal Neoplasms

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10.1055/b-0038-166151 17 Perianal and Anal Canal NeoplasmsDavid E. Beck Abstract Perianal and anal canal neoplasms are uncommon and can be divided into malignant and premalignant lesions. A biopsy confirms the…

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14 Fecal Incontinence

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10.1055/b-0038-166148 14 Fecal IncontinenceJoshua I.S. Bleier and Steven D. Wexner Abstract Fecal incontinence (FI) is not only prevalent but socially devastating. In any of its manifestations, from mild soilage and…

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15 Rectovaginal and Rectourethral Fistulas

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10.1055/b-0038-166149 15 Rectovaginal and Rectourethral FistulasJanice F. Rafferty and Emily F. Midura Abstract Rectovaginal fistulas are congenital or acquired epithelial-lined tract between the rectum and vagina. Although an uncommon percentage…

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16 Retrorectal Tumors

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10.1055/b-0038-166150 16 Retrorectal TumorsSean J. Langenfeld and Steven D. Wexner Abstract This chapter will discuss the most common retrorectal tumors, including their etiology and incidence, but will focus on a…

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Part II Anorectal Disease

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10.1055/b-0038-166143 9 Anorectal Abscess and Fistula-In-AnoJanice F. Rafferty and Earl V. Thompson IV Abstract A majority of abscesses are of nonspecific cryptoglandular origin but may also be due to a…

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11 Perianal Dermatologic Disease

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10.1055/b-0038-166145 11 Perianal Dermatologic DiseaseDavid E. Beck Abstract Patients’ perianal dermatologic conditions are initially seen with a variety of symptoms and macroscopic appearances. Perianal skin conditions may be classified as…

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10 Pilonidal Disease

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10.1055/b-0038-166144 10 Pilonidal DiseaseDavid E. Beck Abstract The proximity of pilonidal disease to the anus has prompted the referral of many patients with this problem to colon and rectal surgeons….

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2 Colonic and Anorectal Physiology

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10.1055/b-0038-166136 2 Colonic and Anorectal PhysiologyW. Ruud Schouten and Philip H. Gordon Abstract This chapter will focus on colonic physiology, including function, microflora, and propulsion and storage, and anorectal physiology,…

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