IAPWG Recommendations for Testing and Classification of Anorectal Function
These recommendations provides a much‐needed framework for clinicians performing and interpreting tests of anorectal function.
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Incidence of Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anus Increasing
There has been an increase in the incidence of squamous cell carcinoma of the anus (SCCA) in the United States.
Recommendations and Criteria for Establishing a Stool Bank or FMT Center
Stool banks may guarantee reliable, timely and equitable access to fecal microbiota transplantation for patients and a traceable workflow that ensures safety and quality of procedures.
Fistula Relapse Risk in Perianal Crohn Disease Is Higher After Discontinuation of Anti-TNF
Discontinuation of anti–TNF therapy in patients with perianal Crohn disease may increase the risk for fistula relapse.
Factors Correlated to HRARM Findings in Chronic Constipation
In patients with chronic constipation, the most common form of anorectal dysfunction is Type 1 dyssynergic defecation.
Normative Values Established for Anorectal Neuropathy Using Novel TAMS
This study provides normative values for the bilateral lumbar and sacral-anorectal MEPs in healthy subject with no age or gender influence on rectal or anal MEP latency.
Interdisciplinary Group Treatment Effective for Pediatric Fecal Incontinence
An interdisciplinary group treatment for fecal incontinence in children (called “Poop group” by investigators) is a promising alternative for up to 60% of patients who fail to respond to standard care.
Men Less Knowledgeable About HPV, HPV Vaccination
Men are less knowledgeable than women about human papillomavirus (HPV), HPV vaccination, and the correlation between HPV and cancer.
Rectocele Associated With Anal Sphincter Function in Rectal Intussusception
This study demonstrated that a reduction in internal anal sphincter function was more common not only in patients with rectoanal intussusception, but also in those without rectocele.
New Index Developed For Assessment of Perianal Fistulas in Crohn Disease
MAGNIFI-CD has improved operating characteristics compared to other indices assessing MRI scans of perianal fistula activity in CD, and that the new index may be useful as an outcome measure in clinical trials investigating treatment for perianal fistulizing CD.
Baseline Urinary Dysfunction May Increase Following Rectal Cancer Treatment
Study concludes that few of the associated risk factors are modifiable and that clinicians should stress possible outcomes related to urinary dysfunction prior to patients receiving treatment for rectal cancer.
Comparing Long-Course Chemoradiation With Short-Course Radiation Therapy in Rectal Cancer
Early results from the Polish II study showed a significant improvement in OS for preoperative short-course RT/chemotherapy compared with long-term chemo-RT.
Naldemedine Therapy May Reduce Symptoms of Opioid-Induced Constipation
Researchers conducted a double-blind study to assess the effect of naldemedine therapy vs placebo in reducing symptoms associated with opioid-induced constipation.
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