• Investigations of anorectal structure, function and sensation are indicated for the assessment of patients with symptoms suggestive of an evacuation disorder and/or faecal incontinence that are ...
The descending colon is a section of the large intestine that passes downward. Its functions include storing food remains before they pass through the rest of the colon and rectum for elimination. The ...
Defecography is a procedure that helps identify structural or functional problems with the rectum and pelvic floor (the muscles between the pubic bone and tailbone). Around 24% of women report ...
The rectum is that part of the bowel leading to the anus, the opening stool passes through to move outside the body. Any object inserted or present in the rectum or anus should be removed to prevent ...