anorectal (redirected from anorectal anastomosis)

a·no·rec·tal (n-rktl)

adj.

Relating to the anus and the rectum.

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anorectal

pertaining to, emanating from or affecting the anorectum.

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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.