Rectal conditions may not be everyday conversation topics, but they’re more common than many people realize — especially for women and those over 50. Too often, symptoms are mistaken for hemorrhoids ...

At Sulaimani Teaching Hospital (STH), we received 30 patients between the years 2005 and 2011. All had history of full-thickness rectal prolapse for at least 12 months period. The topography of the ...

This article reviews the pathogenesis, clinical presentation and surgical management of rectal prolapse. Full-thickness prolapse of the rectum causes significant discomfort because of the sensation of ...

It might seem like a harmless habit to linger on the loo with your phone while "taking care of business," but research shows that prolonged toilet time can increase the risk of several health problems ...