This article reviews the pathogenesis, clinical presentation and surgical management of rectal prolapse. Full-thickness prolapse of the rectum causes significant discomfort because of the sensation of ...

A repair procedure isn’t necessary for everyone who develops a rectocele, but it may be the treatment of choice when symptoms can’t be managed conservatively. A rectocele is a type of pelvic organ ...

Pelvic organ prolapse is a condition caused by the failure of weakened muscles and connective tissue in a woman’s pelvis. As the muscles and tissues in the pelvic floor stretch or tear, pelvic organs ...

After undergoing a colorectal cancer surgery and getting an ostomy, patients may experience a prolapse, but it is not cause to panic, an expert says. Stoma prolapses are usually “alarming, but not ...

Prolapsed hemorrhoids cause visible swelling, discomfort, and irritation around the anal area. These symptoms may interfere with bowel movements and create persistent daily discomfort. Early medical ...

For many individuals undergoing treatment for colorectal cancer, surgery can alter how the body eliminates waste, making an ostomy bag a necessary part of recovery and long-term care. Approximately ...