a·no·rec·tal (  n -r k t l)adj. Relating to the anus and the rectum. |
anorectal
[ān′ōrek′təl, ā′nō-]
Etymology: L, anus + rectus, straight
pertaining to the anal and rectal portions of the large intestine.
anorectal
pertaining to, emanating from or affecting the anorectum.
anorectal abscess
see perianal fistula.
anorectal anastomosis
surgical resection of rectal neoplasms may require removal of a bowel segment and subsequent union of rectum to skin.
anorectal stricture
usually secondary to surgical trauma, foreign body, neoplasia or inflammatory disease.
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