Rectal prolapseK62.30

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Prolapse of parts of the rectum in the sense of a sliding hernia with insufficiency of the musculus levator ani. Middle and lower part of the anal canal remains in its original location. In infants possibly symptom of cystic fibrosis.

Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.

Circular, beehive-like wrinkling, prolapse length up to 10 cm and more.

Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.

Prolapsus ani.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Pelvic floor repair.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer