Rectocele Flashcards

1
Q

what is a rectocele?

A

herniation of terminal rectum into posterior vagina

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what are symptoms of a rectocele?

A
  1. pelvic pressure and rectal fullness
  2. low back pain
  3. chronic constipation, may digitalize to evacuate
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3
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what is the treatment for a rectocele?

A

high fiber diet, water, stool softeners

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how is rectocele diagnosed?

A

clinically

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