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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Proctalgia fugax is a severe, episodic, anal pain. It can be caused by cramp of the pubococcygeus or levator ani muscles. [1]
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
The exact pathogenesis of proctalgia fugax is not completely understood.[2][3]
Causes
Differentiating Proctalgia fugax overview from Other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Natural History
Complications
Prognosis
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Criteria
History and Symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy
Surgery
Prevention
References
- ↑ Olden, Kevin W. (1996). Handbook of functional gastrointestinal disorders. New York: M. Dekker. p. 369. ISBN 0-8247-9409-5.
- ↑ Rao SS, Hatfield RA (1996). "Paroxysmal anal hyperkinesis: a characteristic feature of proctalgia fugax". Gut. 39 (4): 609–12. doi:10.1136/gut.39.4.609. PMC 1383278. PMID 8944574.
- ↑ Eckardt VF, Dodt O, Kanzler G, Bernhard G (1996). "Anorectal function and morphology in patients with sporadic proctalgia fugax". Dis Colon Rectum. 39 (7): 755–62. doi:10.1007/BF02054440. PMID 8674367.