Defecation disorders and the role of defecography. (includes related article for continuing education credit) From: Radiologic Technology | Date: May 1, 1997| Author: Newman, Julliana | COPYRIGHT 1997 American Society of Radiologic Technologists. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

This continuing education article discusses abnormalities of defecation and the physical mechanisms by which these abnormalities occur. The article also describes the role of defecography and other imaging techniques used to diagnose abnormalities of defecation. This article is a Directed Reading. See the quiz at conclusion.

Abnormalities of defecation are common, but they can be difficult to diagnose using only routine patient history and physical examination. Disorders such as...