rectal prolapse

rectal prolapse
prolapse of rectum protrusion of the rectal mucous membrane through the anus, which can occur to various degrees. Incomplete or partial prolapse is when there is no displacement of anal sphincter muscle; complete prolapse may be either with displacement of anal sphincter muscle or without displacement but with herniation of the colon; and internal complete or concealed prolapse is when there is intussusception of the rectosigmoid and upper portion of the rectum only as far as the lower rectum. Called also proctoptosis and prolapsus recti.

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