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Anal incontinence, constipation, and obstructed defecation

Springer London, (2008), 75-82
DOI: 10.1007/978-1-84628-505-9_7
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Abstract

The definitions and prevalence of anal incontinence and constipation are discussed. The anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of bowel motility and sphincter control are reviewed. The relationship between posterior compartmental prolapse, rectal prolapse, and uterovaginal prolapse is discussed. © 2008 Springer-Verlag London.

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Sultan, A. H., & Abulaffi, A. M. (2008). Anal incontinence, constipation, and obstructed defecation. In Pelvic Floor Re-education: Principles and Practice (pp. 75–82). Springer London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84628-505-9_7

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