Abstract
Profuse bright rectal bleeding from anorectal varices is a serious but rare condition which can be difficult to diagnose. The case of a 47 year old man with bleeding anorectal varix is reported, with a discussion of the diagnostic difficulties, investigation and treatment.
MeSH terms
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Anal Canal / blood supply*
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Colonoscopy
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Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / diagnosis*
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Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / etiology
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Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / surgery
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Rectum / blood supply*
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Sigmoidoscopy
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Varicose Veins / complications*
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Varicose Veins / pathology