Rectal prolapse MRI
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Shaghayegh Habibi, M.D.[2]
Overview
Overview
Dynamic pelvic MRI can evaluate pelvic floor anatomy, dynamic motion and rectal evacuation.
MRI
MRI
If rectal prolapse is suspected but cannot be detected during physical examination MRI defecography may be helpful for diagnosis.[1]
Magnetic resonance defecography or dynamic pelvic MRI can evaluate pelvic floor anatomy, dynamic motion and rectal evacuation. It provides an excellent resolution of anal sphincters, levator ani muscles and soft tissue surrounding the rectum.[2]
References
References
- ↑ Bordeianou L, Paquette I, Johnson E, Holubar SD, Gaertner W, Feingold DL, Steele SR (2017). “Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Treatment of Rectal Prolapse”. Dis. Colon Rectum. 60 (11): 1121–1131. doi:10.1097/DCR.0000000000000889. PMID 28991074.
- ↑ Patcharatrakul T, Rao S (2017). “Update on the Pathophysiology and Management of Anorectal Disorders”. Gut Liver. doi:10.5009/gnl17172. PMID 29050194. Vancouver style error: initials (help)
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