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Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2005; 18(2): 116-119
DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-870893
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Fecal Impaction

Farshid Araghizadeh1
  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi
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24 May 2005 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Fecal impaction is a common gastrointestinal problem and a potential source of major morbidity. Prompt identification and treatment minimize the risks of complications. Treatment options include manual extraction and proximal or distal washout. Following treatment, possible etiologies should be sought and preventive therapy instituted.

KEYWORDS

Fecal impaction - constipation

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Farshid AraghizadehM.D. 

Department of Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center

2500 N. State St., Jackson, MS 39216

Email: faraghizadeh@surgery.umsmed.edu

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