Diffusion tensor imaging metrics may improve diagnostic specificity for pelvic floor anatomical conditions
DTI scans show promise for pelvic floor conditions
This systematic review of 30 studies evaluates diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) for assessing tissue microstructural disruption in pelvic stru…
A review of 30 studies finds DTI may help diagnose anal fistula, endometriosis, fibroids, and prostate cancer.
Physical exam algorithm distinguishes benign anal masses, guides surgical decisions
New Clinical Algorithm Helps Identify Anal Masses and Prolapse
This narrative review proposes a clinical decision algorithm based on physical examination to differentiate benign lesions prolapsing throug…
Doctors can now use a specific physical examination guide to tell the difference between rectal prolapse, hemorrhoids, and other anal condit…
Systematic review and meta-analysis of 3D-EAUS, unenhanced MRI, and CE-MRI for anal fistula classification
3D Ultrasound and MRI Show High Accuracy for Anal Fistula
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated diagnostic efficacy for anal fistula classification using 3D-endoanal ultrasound, unenhan…
A new review finds 3D ultrasound and contrast-enhanced MRI are highly accurate for classifying anal fistulas, helping guide treatment.
Systematic review catalogs 181 medicinal plants used for hemorrhoids across 18 ethnic groups in Thailand
181 Medicinal Plants Found for Hemorrhoid Treatment
This systematic review of 53 references identifies 181 plant species from 78 families used by 18 ethnic groups in Thailand for hemorrhoid tr…
A review of 53 studies across 18 ethnic groups in Thailand identified 181 plants traditionally used for hemorrhoids.
Review suggests automated stool management system may reduce costs and nursing time in ICU fecal incontinence
New Device Cuts ICU Fecal Incontinence Costs By 90%
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on the Qoramatic Automated Stool Management system versus traditional methods for fecal incontine…
A new automated device could save hospitals thousands of dollars while keeping patients cleaner and safer.
Modified surgical technique shows shorter recovery times versus traditional surgery for complex anal fistula
New Fistula Surgery Cuts Healing Time in Half
A 12-month RCT in 102 patients with MRI-confirmed complex anal fistula compared a modified surgical technique (internal opening displacement…
A new fistula surgery cuts healing time in half and hospital stays by more than half while keeping bowel control intact.
Anal fistula incidence higher in diabetic patients; current management strategies may be suboptimal
Diabetes Makes Fistulas Harder to Heal
A narrative review examining diabetic patients with cryptoglandular anal fistula found anal fistula incidence is 1.81–2.01 times higher than…
Managing blood sugar before surgery is the single most important step to stop infections and help wounds close faster.
8-week home biofeedback system equivalent to 16-week for fecal incontinence in women
For fecal incontinence, does 8 weeks of home therapy work as well as 16?
A single-blind equivalence RCT in 36 women with fecal incontinence compared 8-week versus 16-week durations of a home-based digital pelvic h…
An 8-week home therapy program works just as well as 16 weeks for reducing fecal incontinence symptoms in women.