Bleeding anorectal varix

Aust N Z J Surg. 1990 May;60(5):404-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1445-2197.1990.tb07393.x.

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Anal Canal / blood supply*
  • Colonoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / diagnosis*
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / etiology
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Rectum / blood supply*
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Varicose Veins / complications*
  • Varicose Veins / pathology