Inferior rectal vein anatomy, function, diagram

of hemorrhoid A group of veins surrounding the rectum. This has two parts: internal and external. of inferior rectal vein Located in the external hemorrhoidal plexus. Because they are surrounded by loose connective tissue, they do not receive much support or restraint from the body. Therefore, it has less ability to resist blood pressure. Varicose […]

Predict rectal cancer recurrence

Top line: Immunoscore biopsy quantifies immune cell tumor infiltration in tumor biopsies at baseline; rectal cancer For both local regrowth and distant metastases, careful follow-up is required to prevent recurrence. methodology: Currently, oncologists do not have biomarkers to help select rectal cancer patients for watchful waiting after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy or to monitor patients long-term. And […]

First rectal cancer patient in Delaware receives new radiation-free treatment

September 16, 2023 John Taylor is a man who fixes things. The 63-year-old has had a long career in maintenance and uses his know-how to help others. But his rectal cancer diagnosis left him incurable. “My most important job is to take care of my wife, Sharon, who has Parkinson’s disease,” Taylor said. “I couldn’t […]

Rectal spacer reduces gastrointestinal toxicity from hypofractionated prostate radiation

Recent findings suggest that rectal spacers containing hyaluronic acid can reduce the risk of gastrointestinal toxicity from hypofractionated prostate cancer radiotherapy. Hypofractionated radiotherapy for prostate cancer is more convenient and cost-effective than conventionally fractionated radiotherapy but is associated with greater grade 2 acute gastrointestinal toxic effects. The rectal spacer creates distance between the prostate and […]

Superior rectal vein anatomy, function, diagram

of superior rectal veinor superior hemorrhoidal veinconnects the veins around the rectum to the inferior mesenteric vein. The inferior mesenteric vein carries blood from the large intestine to the splenic vein. Blood in the spleen is sent to the liver. Blood is filtered from the liver and ultimately sent to the heart, where it is […]

Rectal varices and hemorrhoids: symptoms, causes, treatment

Although the terms “hemorrhoids” and “rectal varicose veins” are often used interchangeably, they are separate conditions with different causes and treatments. Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are swollen veins in the rectum or around the anus. They can occur internally or externally. Symptoms include pain, itching, and uncomfortable sitting. Rectal varicose veins are bulges in the […]

MSK’s rectal cancer clinical trial changed everything for patients

“I always dreamed of having a big family.” For Kelly Spill, learning that she has rectal cancer didn’t just mean facing a potentially life-threatening disease. The diagnosis also threatened many of the things she valued most in life. Kelly was diagnosed at age 28, just months after giving birth to her son Jace. She and […]

Perianal Ultrasonography (PAUS): Sphincter Visualization and Comparison with Digital Rectal Examination (DRE) in Women | BMC Women’s Health

In the 35 women who participated in this study, perianal ultrasound (PAUS) was a reliable means of diagnosing anorectal function and disorders. Reproducibility of PAUS volumes was good, allowing two independent examiners to perform her PAUS examination with similar her 3D/4D volumes. Her EAS and IAS sphincter thicknesses on PAUS showed differences between the 6 […]