The nature of the problem determines what special tests may be necessary before anorectal surgery. For example, ultrasound may be utilized to determine if there is anatomic sphincter damage in patients complaining of incontinence. Colonic transit studies may be useful for documenting abnormal motility in those who complain of constipation. Routine preoperative lab work such as complete blood count (CBC), chest X-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) may be necessary.
The nature of the problem determines what special tests may be
necessary before anorectal surgery. For example, ultrasound may be
utilized to determine if there is anatomic sphincter damage in
patients complaining of incontinence. Colonic transit...
More
The nature of the problem determines what special tests may be necessary before anorectal surgery. For example, ultrasound may be utilized to determine if there is anatomic sphincter damage in patients complaining of incontinence. Colonic transit studies may be useful for documenting abnormal motility in those who complain of constipation. Routine preoperative lab work such as complete blood count (CBC), chest X-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) may be necessary.The nature of the problem determines what special tests may be necessary before anorectal surgery. For example, ultrasound may be utilized to determine if there is anatomic sphincter damage in patients complaining of incontinence. Colonic transit... More
