What's the difference between proctocele and rectocele?

Proctocele


Definition:

  • (n.) Inversion and prolapse of the mucous coat of the rectum, from relaxation of the sphincter, with more or less swelling; prolapsus ani.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) A deep rectogenital fossa associated with an enterocele was seen in 16 patients; 13 had a proctocele, while fecal retention was seen in 5.
  • (2) Internal procidentia was found in 20 patients, enterocele in 9 patients, proctocele in 10 patients, a defective opening of the anorectal junction which was ascribed to incoordination of the puborectal sling was present in 15 patients.
  • (3) In 11 per cent of the patients there was also an enterocele and in 3 per cent, a large proctocele.

Rectocele


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