Haemorrhoidal disease represents one of the most common proctological conditions in the general population. However, there is still considerable confusion between the normal anatomy of haemorrhoidal cushions and their pathological transformation. Understanding this distinction is essential for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Vaginoplasty and post-operative management: the crucial role of pelvic dilators in preventing stenosis and other complications, with significant implications for clinical well-being, sexual function, and the patient’s psychological balance.
From HIV infection to AIDS: what happens in the immune system? What is the impact of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus on the ano-rectal tract?
In our previous session, we introduced the topic of stomas. We continue today by discussing stenosis, a progressive narrowing of the skin and fascial opening, which can hinder the proper passage of stool, causing discomfort and difficulties in stoma management.
Stomas are surgical procedures that allow the normal flow of faeces or urine to be diverted to an opening created on the abdomen, called a stoma. In this article, we take a closer look at colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy, three essential procedures that ensure survival and improve the quality of life for many people.
A rectocele is defined as a partial or total protrusion or herniation of the rectal wall towards adjacent anatomical structures, which may include the vagina, anus, and other components of the pelvic compartment. Let us now look together at its classification and therapeutic management.
Heat can alter the pH and the balance of the intimate bacterial flora, promoting infections. Being aware of the risk factors and adopting simple daily habits helps protect intimate health and enjoy the summer with peace of mind.
Anal stenosis is an abnormal narrowing of the anal canal lumen, associated with defecatory difficulties of varying severity. It is a clinical condition that significantly compromises the patient’s quality of life, affecting not only bowel function, but also psychological and relational well-being.
Postoperative urinary incontinence is one of the most frequent complications following surgical procedures in the urological and coloproctological fields. It presents as the involuntary loss of urine after procedures involving anatomical structures crucial for continence, such as the prostate, rectum, and pelvic floor. Let’s take a closer look at the physical, emotional, and relational impact of this condition.
April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Month, a chronic condition affecting millions of people and impacting quality of life with symptoms such as pain, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and encourage those affected to seek proper medical support.