[Anorectal manometry in hemorrhoidal disease]

Ann Ital Chir. 1995 Nov-Dec;66(6):757-60.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

Manometry is an important approach to anorectal function. In the haemorrhoids the evaluation of the anal resting tone, of the squeeze and of the sphincterial length is very useful to realize the best surgical treatment. Anorectal manometry is neither invasive nor expensive; it can be ready repeated and the results are reproducible. This examination must be considerated as essential part of the diagnostic routine of the anorectal diseases.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anal Canal / physiopathology*
  • Hemorrhoids / diagnosis
  • Hemorrhoids / physiopathology*
  • Humans
  • Manometry*
  • Rectum / physiopathology*