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Suggestive rectal exam findings |
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Defecatory dysfunction refers to impaired rectal evacuation and is usually due to discoordination of muscles in the pelvic floor (ie, dyssynergic dysfunction).
This table outlines clinical clues suggestive of defecatory dysfunction in patients being evaluated for chronic constipation. Diagnosis can be confirmed with anorectal manometry and balloon expulsion testing. Treatment is usually with biofeedback therapy.