Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome

Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome
Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome
Specialty	Colorectal surgery

Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome or SRUS is a chronic disorder of the rectal mucosa (the lining of the rectum).^[1] It commonly occurs with varying degrees of rectal prolapse. The condition is thought to be caused by different factors, such as long term constipation, straining during defecation, and dyssynergic defecation. Treatment is by normalization of bowel habits, biofeedback, and other conservative measures. In more severe cases various surgical procedures may be indicated. The condition is relatively rare, affecting approximately 1 in 100,000 people per year. It affects mainly adults aged 30–50. Females are affected slightly more often than males. The disorder can be confused clinically with rectal cancer or other conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, even when a biopsy is done.^[2]

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