There is no significant variation in anal pressure recordings using standard manometry techniques. Variations in radial pressures are slight and not significant in clinical studies. Results obtained with portable nonperfusion systems must be interpreted appropriately.

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Small to moderate amounts of blood in the toilet bowl are subjectively significantly overestimated, whereas larger volumes tend to be underestimated. This may have implications for the management of patients presenting with rectal bleeding.

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