Complete: full thickness of rectum prolapses through anus (two layers of rectum with an intervening peritoneal sac, which may contain small ...
Signs and symptoms:
Protrusion of rectal layers through anus, usually found during defecation or attempted defecation
Although the history of rectal prolapse may be evident, it is often...
Rectal prolapse in children <4 years of age has strong tendency to resolve spontaneously over time (90%).
Patients who develop rectal prolapse at >4 years of age have le...
Treatment of constipation should continue indefinitely or until the child has demonstrated regular bowel habits on a high-fiber diet on his or h...
Akkoyun I, Akbiyik F, Soylu SG. The use of digital photos and video images taken by a parent in the diagnosis of anal swelling and anal protrusions in children with normal physical ...
57773001 Rectal prolapse (disorder)
197213004 Complete rectal prolapse
71663002 Incomplete rectal prolapse
Q: What should I do if my child has a rectal prolapse but I cannot reduce it?
A: You should wrap the prolapse in moist towels and bring your child to the emergency department. Physicians there will...
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FIG. 27.32. Rectal prolapse.
<bold>Figure 56-5</bold> Rectal prolapse seen in a male infant. (Courtesy of Mary L. Brandt, MD.)