A transition point indicating mechanical obstruction was identified in midline at the level of pelvic brim where there was the dislodged gastric band with attached tubing within the lumen of a loop of ...

In one patient, active mucosal involvement was present at the time of evaluation. In the ileum, complete healing occurred in 7/13 (54%) patients with ileitis, near-complete healing in 2/13 (15% ...

Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2013;7(3):215-223. In a small pediatric case series, a manometry study of the neorecto-anal function revealed similar maximum neorectal tolerated threshold volume ...

It often produces no symptoms in the early stages, but people should see a doctor if they notice persistent changes in bowel habits. The colon, or large intestine, is at the end of the digestive ...

The Rome diagnostic criteria for the functional bowel disorders and functional abdominal pain are used widely in research and practice. A committee consensus approach, including criticism from ...

Having clay-colored or light-colored stool just once, or every now and then, isn't usually a concern. But a consistently pale or light poop color may be a sign of a serious medical condition like ...

Other symptoms of anal fissures include rectal bleeding and pain that lasts for hours after a bowel movement. An anal fissure is usually acute and heals on its own with at-home treatment, including ...