Abstract:
:To discuss the possible pathogenesis of outlet obstructive constipation (OOC) and identify the theoretical basis of the Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids (PPH) used to treat outlet obstructive constipation (OOC). 19 patients diagnosed with outlet obstructive constipation (OOC) form the case group, and 9 healthy volunteers form the control group. Patients, before and after operation, and the control group, were equally given such tests as Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAMD), Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAMA) and anorectal dynamics. No significant difference in the functional lengths of anal canals was found between all groups (F = 0.98, p = 0.41). The minimum perception threshold, maximum tolerance threshold, and rectal defecation threshold of Group A, of 15 days after operation, were equally lower than those before operation, and than the control group (P < 0.05). These thresholds rebounded significantly in Group B 90 days after operation. Mentally, HAMA (F = 23.75, p = 0.00) and HAMD (F = 20.99, p = 0.00) total scores, after operation, were equally decreased first and then rebounded. Patients with outlet obstructive constipation (OOC) are subject to anorectal dynamic disorders as well as mental and psychological disorders, which can be remarkably improved using the Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids (PPH).
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Med Hypothesesjournal_title
Medical hypothesesauthors
Qin Z,Pang L,Dai W,Yan W,Zhang J,Zhao Y,Li Q,Wu K,Zhou Bdoi
10.1016/j.mehy.2015.03.022subject
Has Abstractpub_date
2015-07-01 00:00:00pages
58-60issue
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0306-9877issn
1532-2777pii
S0306-9877(15)00137-1journal_volume
85pub_type
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