Clinical observation of Tuina combined with Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang in the treatment of rectocele / 针灸推拿医学（英文版）

Objective:To observe the clinical effect of Tuina(Chinese therapeutic massage)combined with Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang(Middle Jiao-supplementing and Qi-boosting Decoction)in the treatment of rectocele of Qi sinking due to spleen deficiency.Methods:A total of 108 patients with rectocele(grades Ⅰ and Ⅱ)were randomly divided into a Chinese medicine group and a Tuina+Chinese medicine group,with 54 cases in each group.Both groups were treated with Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang,and the Tuina+Chinese medicine group was treated with additional Tuina manipulation.The score of clinical symptoms and grade of rectocele were observed and compared between the two groups.Results:After treatment,39 cases were cured,10 cases were effective,and 5 cases failed in the Tuina+Chinese medicine group,making a total effective rate of 90.7%.In the Chinese medicine group,26 cases were cured,16 cases were effective,and 12 cases failed,making a total effective rate of 77.8%.The efficacy difference between the two groups was statistically significant,checked by the rank-sum test(P＜0.05).After treatment,the grades of rectocele in the two groups were statistically different from those before treatment(P＜0.05),and the difference between the two groups was statistically significant(P＜0.05).After treatment,the score of each item and the total score of traditional Chinese medicine symptoms in the two groups were lower than those before treatment,and the differences within the group were statistically significant(P＜0.05).The score of each item and the total score of the Tuina+Chinese medicine group were lower than those of the Chinese medicine group,and the differences between the two groups were statistically significant(P＜0.05).Conclusion:Tuina plus Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang has better clinical efficacy than Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang alone in the treatment of rectocele of Qi sinking due to spleen deficiency.

Higher symptom score, larger residual rectocele, and lower rectal compliance predict failure of improvement after surgical treatment of rectocele

Background: Rectocele is a frequent finding in women and is usually asymptomatic. However, it is sometimes associated with symptoms of obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS). While most patients with ODS due to rectocele respond well to conservative treatment, some may require surgical treatment. The aim of the study was to determine the predictors of failure of symptom improvement after rectocele repair. Methods: The study included adult women with rectocele who underwent surgical treatment by transperineal repair (TPR) or transvaginal repair (TVR). The preoperative and postoperative assessment was done using the Wexner constipation score, anorectal manometry, and defecography. Results: A total of 93 female patients with a mean age of 43.7 years were included. Among them, 65.6% of patients underwent TPR and 34.4% underwent TVR; 22 (23.7%) patients reported failure of significant improvement in ODS symptoms after surgery. The independent predictors of failure of improvement were higher preoperative Wexner score (odds ratio, OR: 1.4, 95% confidence interval, CI: 1.09-1.84, p = 0.009), larger residual rectocele after repair (OR: 2.95, 95% CI: 1.43-6.08, p = 0.003), and lower postoperative maximum tolerable volume (OR: 0.949, 95% CI: 0.907-0.992, p = 0.02). The predictive cutoff point for the preoperative Wexner score was 15. Conclusions: Patients with a preoperative Wexner score higher than 15 and larger residual rectocele after surgery may experience little improvement in symptoms after rectocele repair. Although TPR was associated with a poorer relief of symptoms than did TVR; it was not an independent predictor of failure. (AU)

Repair of the middle and posterior compartments of the pelvic floor via perineal and vaginal routes without the use of mesh - technique description and case series / Correção dos compartimentos médio e posterior do assoalho pélvico por vias perineal e vaginal sem uso de tela - descrição de técnica e série de casos

ABSTRACT Introduction: Currently, problems such as constipation due to outlet obstruction, rectal/vaginal prolapse and fecal and urinary incontinence have become increasingly more frequent because of the population aging process, with great impact on the quality of life. Objective: To describe a technique for surgical repair of middle/posterior pelvic floor compartments and extra-mucosal rectal wall treatment by transperineal and vaginal approach, using native tissues and present the results in twenty patients submitted to this surgical technique. Method: Patients with symptoms secondary to middle/posterior pelvic floor descent and anatomical changes confirmed by proctological exam and pelvic MRI defecography. Results were evaluated through the Agachan constipation score, using pre- and post-operative questionnaires. Results: Immediate repair of rectocele and musculature, with prompt improvement of constipation, sustained by 42 months. There were no severe complications in the postoperative period. Conclusion: This is an effective technique, with adequate anatomic repair, improvement of constipation scores and with low risk.

RESUMO Introdução: Problemas como constipação intestinal por obstrução de saída, prolapsos retal/vaginal e incontinências fecal e urinária são cada vez mais frequentes pelo envelhecimento populacional, com grande impacto na qualidade de vida. Objetivo: Descrever técnica para correção do compartimento médio/posterior do assoalho pélvico e tratamento extramucoso da parede retal, por vias perineal e vaginal, utilizando tecidos nativos. Apresentar os resultados da cirurgia em 20 pacientes submetidas à técnica. Método: Pacientes com sintomas secundários ao descenso de assoalho pélvico médio/posterior, submetidas à propedêutica - exame proctológico e defecografia por RNM de pelve que confirmaram as alterações anatômicas. A avaliação dos resultados foi feita com questionários no pré e pós-operatório, com a utilização do escore de Agachan para constipação intestinal. Resultado: Correção imediata da retocele e da musculatura, com melhora imediata da constipação intestinal, sustentada ao longo de 42 meses. Sem complicações graves no pós-operatório. Conclusão: Técnica eficaz, com correção anatômica adequada, associada a melhora significativa dos escores de constipação e de baixo risco.

Effect of partial rectal resection with transanal stapler in the treatment of rectum protrusion / 中国基层医药

Objective To investigate the clinical effect of transanal stapler partial rectal resection for rectocele.Methods From January 2012 to January 2018,90 patients with rectocele treated in Changzhi Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital were divided into control group (45 cases) and observation group (45 cases) according to the operation method.The control group was treated with closed transrectal repair ,while the observation group was treated with partial rectal resection with anal stapler.The operative effect ,incidence of postoperative complications , recurrence rate,degree of pain after operation ,length of hospital stay and cost of treatment were compared between the two groups.Results The total effective rate of the two groups was 100.0%.The incidence of complications in the observation group was 2.2%(1／45),which was lower than that in the control group [17.8%(8／45)] (χ2 ＝4.444, P＝0.035).The recurrence rate in the observation group was 0(0／45),which was lower than that in the control group [13.3%(6／45)] (χ2 ＝4.464,P＝0.035).The hospitalization time in the observation group was shorter than that in the control group[(7.01 ±2.06)d vs.(11.31 ±2.42)d].Compared with the control group ,the treatment cost of the observation group was higher[(0.836 ±0.164)×104CNY vs.(0.605 ±0.136)×104CNY],and the post-operative pain score was lower [(4.24 ±1.33) vs.(6.45 ±1.17)] ( t＝9.076,7.273,8.369,all P＜0.001).Conclusion Transanal stapler partial rectal resection is effective in the treatment of rectocele , with less complications, lower recurrence rate and less pain after operation ,but the cost of treatment is higher.

Effect of partial rectal resection with transanal stapler in the treatment of rectum protrusion / 中国基层医药

Objective@#To investigate the clinical effect of transanal stapler partial rectal resection for rectocele.@*Methods@#From January 2012 to January 2018, 90 patients with rectocele treated in Changzhi Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital were divided into control group (45 cases) and observation group (45 cases) according to the operation method.The control group was treated with closed transrectal repair, while the observation group was treated with partial rectal resection with anal stapler.The operative effect, incidence of postoperative complications, recurrence rate, degree of pain after operation, length of hospital stay and cost of treatment were compared between the two groups.@*Results@#The total effective rate of the two groups was 100.0%.The incidence of complications in the observation group was 2.2%(1/45), which was lower than that in the control group [17.8%(8/45)] (χ2=4.444, P=0.035). The recurrence rate in the observation group was 0(0/45), which was lower than that in the control group [13.3%(6/45)] (χ2=4.464, P=0.035). The hospitalization time in the observation group was shorter than that in the control group[(7.01±2.06)d vs.(11.31±2.42)d]. Compared with the control group, the treatment cost of the observation group was higher[(0.836±0.164)×104CNY vs.(0.605±0.136)×104CNY], and the post-operative pain score was lower[(4.24±1.33) vs.(6.45±1.17)](t=9.076, 7.273, 8.369, all P<0.001).@*Conclusion@#Transanal stapler partial rectal resection is effective in the treatment of rectocele, with less complications, lower recurrence rate and less pain after operation, but the cost of treatment is higher.

Complicaciones postratamiento del prolapso apical: a propósito de un caso / Complications after the treatment of apical prolapse: A case report

Resumen ANTECEDENTES: El prolapso de órganos pélvicos es un problema que puede resolverse con una diversidad de técnicas quirúrgicas según su tipo y características personales de la paciente. CASO CLÍNICO: Paciente de 81 años, originaria de Zaragoza, España, con índice de masa corporal de 41 kg/m2, hipertensión moderada y arritmia cardiaca, en tratamiento con acenocumarol y antihipertensivos de manera crónica. Antecedentes ginecológicos: tres embarazos de término que finalizaron en partos espontáneos, del segundo nació un niño de 4200 g. La paciente acudió a consulta por rectocele, corregido mediante la colocación de un pesario de anillo. El prolapso se complicó con rectoenterocele, que precisó corrección quirúrgica. Como consecuencia de la técnica quirúrgica elegida y por tratarse de una complicación frecuente de la vía de acceso (hematoma de la cúpula vaginal), la paciente sufrió una apertura vaginal a través de la que se hernió contenido intestinal. Después de evaluar el caso se decidió efectuar una nueva corrección quirúrgica que permitiera solucionar, simultáneamente, la hernia a través de la pared vaginal y la recidiva del prolapso apical. Hoy día se encuentra con adecuada evolución (12 meses del procedimiento quirúrgico), asintomática y sin complicaciones aparentes. CONCLUSIÓN: La cirugía del prolapso apical es compleja, debido a su amplia variedad de técnicas quirúrgicas y alto índice de recidiva. Es necesario conocer las diferentes vías de acceso para ofrecer la mejor solución a las pacientes.

Abstract BACKGROUND: Pelvic organ prolapse is a pathology that offers a variety of surgical techniques depending on the type of prolapse and the characteristics of the patient. CLINICAL CASE: Patient of 81 years born in Zaragoza (Spain) with a body mass index of 41kg / m2. It presents moderate hypertension and cardiac arrhythmia in treatment with anticoagulants. Requires treatment with acenocoumarol and antihypertensive in a chronic manner. Among the gynecological antecedents, there are three full-term pregnancies that ended with spontaneous deliveries, the second of them with a birth weight of 4,200gr. In this case, we present an elderly patient who initially presented a rectocele corrected initially using a pessary of the ring. The prolapse evolved presenting a rectoenterocele that required surgical correction. As a consequence of the chosen surgical technique and a frequent complication of the vaginal approach, such as a vaginal cuff hematoma, the patient suffered a vaginal opening through which intestinal contents were herniated. After evaluating the case, a new surgical correction was required that would allow the simultaneous resolution of the hernia through the vaginal wall that presented and the recurrence of the apical prolapse. Today is the right evolution (12 months of the surgical event), asymptomatic and without apparent complications. CONCLUSION: Prolapse surgery is complex due to its wide variety of surgical techniques and its high rate of recurrence. It is necessary to be aware of the different approaches to be able to offer the best solutions to our patients.

Resección rectal por vía perineal mediante engrapadora lineal: experiencia inicial de una nueva técnica para el tratamiento del rectocele anterior / Rectal resection perineally via a linear stapler: initial experience of a new technique for the treatment of the anterior rectocele

Introducción: Analizar los resultados a corto y mediano plazo del tratamiento del rectocele anterior mediante la resección rectal transperineal con engrapadora lineal y refuerzo del tabique rectovaginal con malla. Prospectivo de casos consecutivos. Pacientes y método: Entre 01 de abril de 2008 y 31 de Marzo de 2010, 12 pacientes fueron tratados en nuestra institución por presentar diagnóstico de Rectocele Anterior. Los pacientes fueron evaluados por cirujanos entrenados; sometidos a manometría anorrectal y estudios imagenológicos dinámicos. Se realizó una técnica de Resección Rectal por vía perineal con engrapadora lineal y la aplicación de malla. Se aplicaron distintos scores para evaluar los resultados. Resultados: El 100% fueron sexo femenino, edad promedio 44,6 años. El tiempo promedio de cirugía fue 164 minutos (r: 135-180). No hubo complicaciones intraoperatorias. La estadía media hospitalaria fue 2,6 días. La morbilidad fue del 16,6% (2) y no hubo mortalidad relacionada al procedimiento. La evaluación basal del score ODS mostró un promedio de 19.16, mientras el promedio determinado al 7 y 21 día postoperatorio fue 0,5 y 0,16 respectivamente (P = 0,001). La evaluación del estreñimiento usando el score PAC-SYM mostró un resultado basal promedio de 17,08, mientras que al 7 y 21 día postoperatorio fue 3,25 y 1,32 respectivamente (P = 0,002). El cuestionario de Satisfacción a los 6 meses mostró mejoría significativa respecto al valor basal (p = 0,001). Conclusión: Esta nueva técnica permite restaurar el tabique rectovaginal resecando el defecto rectal. Los resultados funcionales obtenidos son favorables, con baja morbilidad y pocas complicaciones relacionadas al uso de mallas. (AU)

Objective: To analyze short and mid-term results of anterior rectocele treatment by trans perineal rectal resection with linear stapler and rectovaginal septum reinforcement with mesh. Patients and methods: Between 01April 2008 and 31 March 2010, 12 patients were treated at our institution with diagnosis of Anterior Rectocele. Patients were evaluated by trained surgeons, underwent anorectal manometry and dynamic images studies. We performed a novel technique called "Stapled Perineal Rectocele resection". Different scores were applied to evaluate the results. Results: 100% were female, average age 44.6 years. The mean surgical time was 164 minutes (r: 135-180). There were no intraoperative complications. The average hospital stay was 2.6 days. The morbidity was 16.6% (2) and there was no procedure-related mortality. Baseline of ODS showed an average score of 19.16, while the average determined at 7 and 21 days postoperatively was 0.5 and 0.16 respectively (P = 0.001). The assessment of constipation using the PAC-SYM score showed a mean baseline of 17.08 results, while at 7 and 21 days after surgery was 3.25 and 1.32 respectively (P = 0.002). The patient satisfaction score after six months showed significant improvement from baseline (p = 0.001). Conclusion: The novel technique restores rectovaginal septum and extirpates the rectal defect. The functional results are favorable, with low morbidity and few complications related to the use of mesh. (AU)

Correlation between the posterior vaginal wall and apex in pelvic organ prolapse

OBJECTIVE: The aim of our study is to reveal the correlation between the posterior vaginal wall and apex in pelvic organ prolapse. METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed the records of all new patient visits to a urogynecology clinic between January 2013 and December 2015. RESULTS: Four hundred five cases were enrolled in our study. When all POP stages were included, the Bp (pelvic organ prolapse quantification point) had a moderate correlation with the C (Pearson's r=0.419; P < 0.001). Cases where Bp was stage 3 and above presented strong positive correlations with C (Spearman's ρ=0.783; P < 0.001). Cases where C was stage 3 and above presented also strong positive correlations with Bp (Spearman's ρ=0.718; P < 0.001). CONCLUSION: Posterior vaginal wall prolapse and apical prolapse were correlated with each other, and this correlation was more prominent as stage increased. Therefore, when admitting a patient suspected of posterior vaginal wall prolapse or apical prolapse, it is necessary to evaluate both conditions. Especially in cases more severe or equal to stage 3, it is a must to suspect both conditions as the 2 are strongly correlated.

Various Approaches and Treatments for Pelvic Organ Prolapse in Women

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is bulging of one or more of the pelvic organs into the vagina and triggered by multiple causes. It is a very common disorder, especially among older women. POP is characterized by protrusion of the presentation part visible by the naked eye, and problems with urination or bowel movements. POP can be diagnosed based on the onset of symptoms and a pelvic exam, and management options include medical and surgical treatment. Although medical treatment cannot correct the abnormal herniation of the pelvic structures, this can help alleviate symptoms. One of the disadvantages of surgical interventions is recurrence, and advances in surgical techniques have decreased recurrence rates of POP. Therefore, author will explain the gynecology and urology approach and treatment.

Application of Rectal Prolapse Constipation Balloon in Single Auxiliary Defecation / 中国医疗器械杂志

OBJECTIVE@#To explore the application value of rectal prolapse constipation balloon in single auxiliary defecation.@*METHODS@#Forty-one patients with moderate or severe rectocele were treated with a rectocele constipation balloon through the vagina. The defecography and VAS scores were compared before and after implantation.@*RESULTS@#There was a significant difference between the anorectal angle, rectocele, and VAS scores before and after intervention in defecography (<0.01).@*CONCLUSIONS@#A single assisted defecation of the rectocelicular constipation balloon is feasible.

Effect of stapledtransanal in the treatment of severe rectal obstructive constipation / 中国综合临床

Objective To evaluate the clinical efficacy stapledtransanal in the treatment of severe rectal obstructive constipation. Methods Eighty patients with rectal obstructive constipation and hospitalized in Tangshan City Hospital of TCM were enrolled in the study and randomly divided into the treatment group and control group,40 cases in each group. The treatment group was treated with stapledtransanal and the control group was treated with transvaginal repair of longitudinally cut transverse suture operation. The clinical symptoms of two groups were observed and quantified. The operation time,intraoperative blood loss and wound healing time were recorded, Wexner constipation scores were collected at 1, 3, 6 and 12 months after the operation; Postoperative bleeding,pain,infection,anal distention,rectovaginal fistula and other complications were observed. The clinical efficacy of the two groups was compared. Results The total effective rate in the treatment group was 100% (40/ 40),which was significantly higher than that in the control group (90. 00%(36/ 40)) (χ2 = 0. 60,P= 0. 027). There were significant differences in the clinical symptom scores of the two groups at 7 days (treatment group(3. 58±1. 61) points,control group(4. 12±1. 52)points))and 3 months after treatment(treatment group (4. 23±2. 13)points,control group (5. 33±1. 12)points) compared with those before treatment (treatment group (13. 23±3. 08)points,control group (14. 45±3. 01) points ) (P<0. 05);There was a statistically significant difference in clinical symptom quantification score between the treatment group and the control group at 3 months after treatment (P<0. 01). In the treatment group,the operation time ((15. 65±1. 61) min),intraoperative bleeding ((10. 77±5. 23) ml) and wound healing time ((9. 28±1. 41)) d were better than those of the control group ((25. 89±3. 71) min,(43. 31±8. 11) ml,(14. 87±1. 92) d) (t = 15. 632,14. 266,15. 518,P<0. 01). The scores of Wexner in the two groups were lower than those of the same group at 1,3,6 and 12 months after operation. The scores of Wexner in the treatment group were lower than those of the control group at 1,3,6 and 12 months after operation (P<0. 05). In terms of postoperative complications,the pain and anal distention in the treatment group were better than those in the control group ( P < 0. 05) . Conclusion Stapledtransanal is effective for the treatment of outlet obstructive constipation.

Comparison of transvaginal repair and PPH for the treatment of rectocele / 实用医学杂志

Objective To investigate the clinical efficacy of PPH and vaginal repair to strengthen recto-cele in the treatment of ODS patients. Methods 87 patients with rectocele were divided into and groups A and B according to the principle of randomization. They were treated by vaginal repair and PPH repair respectively. The two groups were compared in term of curative effect and Longo′s ODS score,operation time,intraoperative blood loss,postoperative pain score,the number of analgesics needed,hospitalization time and hospitalization expenses. Results The heal rates together with marked efficacy rate at months 1 and 3 in group B were significantly higher than those of group A(87.5%,90% vs.77.5%,80%,P<0.05).There were no differences in hospital stay and in-traoperative blood loss.Group B was significantly superior to group A in postoperative pain score,number of analge-sics needed and hospitalization expenses.Conclusion PPH is more complete and more effective in treating consti-pation caused by RC.

Laparoscopic Rectovaginal Septal Repair without Mesh for Anterior Rectocele

A rectocele with a weakened rectovaginal septum can be repaired with various surgical techniques. We performed laparoscopic posterior vaginal wall repair and rectovaginal septal reinforcement without mesh using a modified transperineal approach. A 63-year-old woman with outlet dysfunction constipation complained of lower pelvic pressure and sense of heaviness for 30 years. Initial defecography showed an anterior rectocele with a 45-mm anterior bulge and perineal descent. Laparoscopic procedures included peritoneal and rectovaginal septal dissection directed toward the perineal body, rectovaginal septal suturing, and peritoneal closure. The patient started a soft diet the following day and was discharged on the 5th postoperative day without any complications. The patient had no dyschezia or dyspareunia, and no problem with bowel function; 3-month follow-up defecography showed a decrease in bulging to 18 mm. Laparoscopic posterior vaginal wall and rectovaginal septal repair is safe and feasible for treatment of a rectocele, and enables early recovery.

Defecographic Findings in Patients with Severe Idiopathic Chronic Constipation / 대한소화기학회지

BACKGROUND/AIMS: Chronic constipation is a common gastrointestinal disorder diagnosed using Rome III criteria. Defecography is a radiographic method used to identify anatomic abnormalities of anorectum. The present study aimed to evaluate the defecographic findings in patients with severe idiopathic chronic constipation. METHODS: One hundred patients, who complained of severe idiopathic chronic constipation with abnormal balloon expulsion test, underwent defecography after injection of barium. An analysis of radiographs was performed by an expert radiologist for the diagnosis of descending perineum syndrome, rectocele, enterocele, rectal ulcer, rectal prolapse, fecal residue of post defecation, and etc. Then, they were compared between the two sexes. RESULTS: Normal defecography was only observed in two participants. Descending perineum syndrome was the most common abnormality (73.3%). The results showed that rectocele (80.8%) and descending perineum syndrome (69.2%) were most frequent in women. In males, descending perineum syndrome and rectal prolapse were more prevalent (87% and 43.5%, respectively). Compared with men, rectocele and rectal ulcer were more frequently observed in women (p<0.001, and p=0.04, respectively), while men were more affected by descending perineum syndrome (p=0.04). In total, women had a greater incidence of abnormal defecographic findings compared with men (p=0.02). CONCLUSIONS: Defecography can be performed to detect anatomic abnormalities in patients with severe idiopathic chronic constipation and abnormal balloon expulsion test. This technique can assist physicians in making the most suitable decision for surgical procedure.

Defecography by digital radiography: experience in clinical practice / Defecografia por radiologia digital: experiência na prática clínica

Abstract Objective: The objective of this study was to profile patients who undergo defecography, by age and gender, as well as to describe the main imaging and diagnostic findings in this population. Materials and Methods: This was a retrospective, descriptive study of 39 patients, conducted between January 2012 and February 2014. The patients were evaluated in terms of age, gender, and diagnosis. They were stratified by age, and continuous variables are expressed as mean ± standard deviation. All possible quantitative defecography variables were evaluated, including rectal evacuation, perineal descent, and measures of the anal canal. Results: The majority (95%) of the patients were female. Patient ages ranged from 18 to 82 years (mean age, 52 ± 13 years): 10 patients were under 40 years of age; 18 were between 40 and 60 years of age; and 11 were over 60 years of age. All 39 of the patients evaluated had abnormal radiological findings. The most prevalent diagnoses were rectocele (in 77%) and enterocele (in 38%). Less prevalent diagnoses were vaginal prolapse, uterine prolapse, and Meckel's diverticulum (in 2%, for all). Conclusion: Although defecography is performed more often in women, both genders can benefit from the test. Defecography can be performed in order to detect complex disorders such as uterine and rectal prolapse, as well as to detect basic clinical conditions such as rectocele or enterocele.

Resumo Objetivo: Este estudo tem por objetivo descrever o perfil da população que se submeteu a exame de defecografia, de acordo com a faixa etária e sexo do paciente, bem como os principais achados e diagnósticos de imagem nesta população. Materiais e Métodos: Estudo retrospectivo e descritivo com 39 pacientes realizado entre janeiro de 2012 e fevereiro de 2014. Os pacientes foram avaliados quanto a idade, sexo e os diagnósticos encontrados. Foram divididos por idade, e as variáveis contínuas são expressas como média ± desvio-padrão. Todas as quantificações possíveis em defecografia foram realizadas neste trabalho, incluindo esvaziamento da ampola retal, descenso perineal e as medidas do canal anal. Resultados: Dos 39 pacientes estudados, todos apresentaram alterações radiológicas, sendo a maioria do sexo feminino (95%). O mais novo tinha 18 anos e o mais velho, 82 anos (idade média de 52 ± 13 anos). Dez pacientes tinham menos de 40 anos, 18 tinham entre 40 e 60 anos e 11 pacientes tinham mais do que 60 anos. Os diagnósticos mais prevalentes foram retocele anterior (77%) e enterocele (38%). Os menos frequentes foram prolapso vaginal (2%), prolapso uterino (2%) e divertículo de Meckel (2%). Conclusão: As mulheres realizam mais exames de defecografia, porém ambos os gêneros se beneficiam deste estudo. A defecografia é capaz de detectar causas complexas de distúrbio da defecação como prolapso vaginal, uterino e retal, e pode ser utilizada em condições clínicas mais simples como a avaliação de retocele ou enterocele.

Clinical research of improved STARR in the treatment of moderate and severe rectocele / 中国基层医药

Objective To study the therapeutic effect of improved STARR (Sehapayak as a control)in the treatment of moderate and severe rectocele.Methods 70 patients diagnosed with rectocele from Jan.2015 to Oct. 2015 were selected and randomly divided into 2 groups,35 cases in each group.They were treated with either improved STARR or Sehapayak surgery.The operation time,intraoperative blood loss,postoperative pain scores, patients'satisfaction and hospitalization days were compared between 2 groups.The ODS scores and therapeutic effects were compared in 1st week,1st month,3rd month and 6th month after treatment.The defecography was implemented and compared between 2 groups before treatment and 1st week and 6th month after treatment.Results The operation time,intraoperative blood loss,postoperative pain scores,hospitalization days and time to return to work were signifi-cantly lower in STARR group than those in Sehapayak group[(29.76 ±8.40)min vs (48.38 ±9.04)min;(14.43 ± 8.16)mL vs (77.80 ±20.58)mL;(4.29 ±1.76)points vs (6.71 ±2.04)points;(6.71 ±1.22)d vs (11.23 ± 3.64)d;(7.20 ±1.36)d vs (13.14 ±2.60)d;t =8.934,16.935,5.338,6.955,11.959,all P 0.05). The ODS score was (20.97 ±4.38)points before treatment,(4.71 ±1.30)points 1week after treatment,(2.94 ± 0.91)points 1month later,(1.68 ±1.04)points 3months later and (0.97 ±0.88)points 6mons later in the observa-tion group.The ODS scores in the control group were (19.88 ±4.09)points,(4.65 ±1.28)points,(3.51 ±1.15) points,(2.88 ±1.67)points,(1.85 ±1.31)points,respectively.The postoperative ODS scores of the two groups of patients were compared with the preoperative decreased significantly (t =20.666,23.904,26.127,26.401,all P 0.05);1 month,3 months and 6 months after surgery,the differences of ODS score of the two groups were statistically significant(t =2.313,3.585,323.3,all P 0.05).After treatment,they were all significantly decreased (t =21.779,20.646,all P 0.05).Conclusion Compared with Sehapayak,improved STARR surgery has the advantage of excellent curative effects,less trauma,shorter hospitalization,less complications and higher patient satis-faction.Improved STARR surgery is conducive to the prevention of rectocele relapse.

Clinical observation of procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids for outlet obstructive constipation caused by rectocele / 临床外科杂志

Objective To investigate the clinical effectiveness of procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids(PPH)in the treatment of outlet obstructive constipation caused by moderate and severe recto-cele. Methods A total of 48 patients with moderate or severe rectocele were treated with PPH. Patients were followed up for 4 ~ 6 months. The preoperative and postoperative parameters from rectoanal manome-try were compared and analyzed. Results After the surgery,patients had loose stool for 1 ~ 2 times a day. Sense of defecation obstruction in all patients was obviously improved. After the surgery,there were no significant changes in rectum resting pressure,anal resting pressure and various rectal sensitivity( P >0. 05). However,the decrease of inside rectal pressure and residual anal pressure were significantly re-duced(P < 0. 05). Conclusion The subjective defecation feeling of postoperative patients with PPH is unblock. Objective results of rectoanal manometry is clearly improved and the function of the rectum and anal canal is obviously restored.

Clinical treatment observation of procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids combined with transrectal Block for rectocele / 中国医师进修杂志

Objective To explore the clinical treatment of procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids (PPH) combined with transrectal Block for rectocele (Block procedure).Methods Eighty-six hospitalized patients with rectocele were divided into two groups according the odevity of month:A group (odd month,PPH combined with Block procedure group,49 cases) and B group [even month,stapled trans-anal rectal resection (STARR),37 cases].The treatment conditions were compared between two groups.Results There were no statistical differences in degree of postoperative pain,healing rate between two groups (P ＞ 0.05).The operating time,postoperative hemorrhage rate,cost of hospitalization,patient satisfaction score and rectocele depth after 1 year in A group were significantly better than those in B group [(25.5 ± 2.8) min vs.(36.8 ± 4.6) rmin,2.0％(1/49) vs.13.5％(5/37),(7 359 ± 580) yuan vs.(10 928 ± 610) yuan,(9.1 ± 0.8) scores vs.(8.2 ± 0.7) scores,(5.02 ± 0.71) mm vs.(9.73 ± 1.31) mm],there were statistical differences (P ＜ 0.05).Conclusions PPH combined with Block procedure for rectocele had a significant clinical effect,it is a safe new method with small surgical trauma,a better choice to prevent the recurrence of rectocele,reduces the patients economic pressure obviously.So it is worth to clinical promotion.

Effects of dynamic transperineal ultrasound and dynamic magnetic resonance imaging defecography in the diagnosis of rectocele / 中华消化外科杂志

Objective To evaluate the agreement between dynamic transperineal ultrasound (DTP-US)and dynamic magnetic resonance imaging defecography (DMRD) in the diagnosis of rectocele,and to compare the correlation and difference between the depth of rectocele measured by DTP-US and DMRD.Methods The clinical data of 18 female patients with rectocele who were admitted to the Third Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine from September 2011 to May 2012 were retrospectively analyzed.All patients received examination via DTP-US and DMRD,and the agreement of the 2 diagnosing methods was analysed.The accurate rates of the detection of other pelvic floor abnormalities by the 2 methods were calculated.The agreement of DTP-US and DMRD in diagnosing rectocele was analysed by Cohen's kappa test.The difference of the depth of rectocele measured by DTP-US and DMRD was compared by paired samplet test,and the correlation of the depth of rectocele measured by DTP-US and DMRD was analyzed by using the Pearson correlation coefficient.Results Of the 14 patients diagnosed by DTP-US,there were 7 patients with bladder prolapse,5 with unrelaxed pelvic floor,2 with uterine prolapse,2 with rectal internal mucous intussusception and 1 with enterocele; of the 18 patients diagnosed by DMRD,there were 12 patients with bladder prolapse,8 with unrelaxed pelvic floor,8 with uterine prolapse,6 with rectal internal mucous intussusception and 1 with enterocele.The agreement coefficient between DTP-US and DMRD in diagnosing rectocele was obvious (κ =0.737,P ＜ 0.05).The depth of the rectocele detected by DTP-US and DMRD were (15 ±6)mm (range,7-24 mm) and (27 ±7)mm (range,20-41 mm),with significant difference between the 2 groups (t =-16.124,P ＜0.05).There was a high coefficient between DTP-US and DMRD in detecting the depth of rectocele (| r | =0.874,P ＜ 0.05).The depth of rectocele detected by DMRD increased as the increase of depth of rectocele detected by DTP-US (| r | =1.000,P ＜ 0.05).Conclusions The agreement between DTP-US and DMRD in diagnosing rectocele is high.The depth of rectocele measured by the 2 methods not only has statistically significance,but also exists a high degree of correlation.While DTP-US is superior to DMRD in terms of quick diagnosis and better telerance of patients.

Features of anorectal manometry in patients with rectocele / 中华消化杂志

Objective To assess the anal and pelvic floor function in patients with rectocele (RC),and to afford the evidence for the treatments of RC.Methods Patients with functional constipation (FC) and healthy controls were consecutively enrolled,and all the subjects underwent defecography and anorectal manometry.According to defecography,the subjects were divided into four groups as no RC,mild RC,moderate RC and severe RC.The t-test,analysis of variance,rank sum test and Chi-square test were performed to compare the results of anorectal manometry between different RC groups in FC patients,and the results of anorectal manometry between moderate RC group in FC patients and control group with moderate RC were also compared.Results A total of 54 FC patients and 17 healthy controls were enrolled.No RC was found in all of male subjects.Of 48 female patients with FC,nine cases (18.8％) had no RC,seven (14.6％) had mild RC,18(37.5％) had moderate RC,and 14(29.2％) had severe RC.Three of the 12 female controls had no RC,one had mild RC,and eight had severe RC.Among all female patients with FC,the defecation rectal pressure in severe RC group ((34.4 ± 14.2) mmHg,1 mmHg=0.133 kPa) was significantly higher than of no RC group ((20.8 ± 13.1) mmHg,t=3.663,P=0.001),mild RC group ((19.1± 15.1) mmHg,t=3.719,P＜0.01) and moderateRC group ((25.6±16.3) mmHg,t=2.525,P=0.010).The left rectal pressure after defecation in mild RC group ((55.1 ± 19.7) mmHg) was significantly higher than that of moderate RC group ((43.3±17.6) mmHg,t=2.507,P=0.019) and severe RC group ((40.0±20.9) mmHg,t=2.619,P=0.006).The anal relax ratio in mild RC group (3.0％,0.5％ to 25.5％) was significantly lower than that of moderate RC group (19.5％,10.0％ to 29.0％,Z=-2.583,P=0.010) and severe RC group (22.0％,7.3％ to 54.5％,Z=-2.830,P=0.005).There were no significant differences in rectal and anal resting pressure,anal squeezing pressure,rectal sensory threshold and constituent ratio of manometry among four groups (all P＞0.05).The left rectal pressure after defecation in FC patients with moderate RC ((43.3 ± 17.6) mmHg) was significantly higher than that of controls with moderate RC ((26.3±20.8) mmHg,t=2.997,P＜0.01),and anal relax ratio was significantly lower than that of controls with moderateRC ((23.4±20.2)％ vs (55.2±16.3)％,t=-5.266,P=0.008).Conclusions RC is found in female and also found in individuals with normal defecation.FC patients with mild RC lack enough anal relax during defecation.However,defecation is relatively coordinate in FC patients with severe RC,which indicates that severe RC may be part of manifestation of pelvic floor relaxation.