An unusual cause of obstructed defecation

Abstract

Obstructed defecation is one subtype of constipation, and may be due to functional or mechanical causes. Here, we report an unusual cause, never described before, of obstructed defecation due to a large uterine myoma that reverted to normal bowel habits after surgery. The importance of an accurate evaluation of the causes of constipation is highlighted, to recognize potential curable factors.

An assessment of enteric nervous system and estroprogestinic receptors in obstructed defecation associated with rectal intussusception

“…However, in addition to functional causes, OD may also be due to anatomic causes, 14 in particular rectocele and rectal intussusceptions, 15 and these may require surgical correction 16,17 . For this purpose, a variety of surgical techniques, including abdominal, vaginal, transanal, and perineal approaches, have been devised 18,19 .…”