For Rectal Prolapse we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Colorectal Surgery, Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diso, Health, Medical and Microbiology.

Rectal Prolapse (Colorectal Surgery)

Condition whereby the rectum falls out of position, or turns inside out.

Rectal Prolapse (Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diso)

Protrusion of the rectum through the anal canal, including the lining (mucosa) and muscles of the rectum. Mucosal prolapse is only the lining. Internal rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum telescopes upon itself but does not protrude out of the anus.

Rectal Prolapse (Health)

Condition in which the rectum slips so that it protrudes from the anus.

Rectal Prolapse (Medical)

Bulging of the lining of the rectum through the anus, usually due to straining during a bowel movement

Rectal Prolapse (Microbiology)

Extrusion of the rectal mucosa through the anus, may occur in children with heavy Trichuris trichiura infections; usually no sequelae after therapy.

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