Rectal prolapse Flashcards

1
Q

MC reason of rectal prolapse
2nd MC

A

chronic constipation
acute diarrhea

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2
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what dx you should r/o with rectal prolapse?

A

CF

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3
Q

Rx options of rectal prolapse

A

manual reduction
treat underlying cause

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4
Q

Rx of persistent rectal prolapse?

A

Injection of sclerosing agent:
D50W 1cc/kg
Hypertonic saline
Phenol in oil
If above fails–>surgical intervention

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