anismus

anismus

Gastroenterology An idiopathic form of anorectal outlet obstruction that affects older ♀ and young boys, characterized by inappropriate contraction and typical EMG changes in the pelvic floor muscles and external anal sphincter Clinical Constipation, perineal pain, defecatory dysfunction Pathogenesis Anismus may be a functional defect, as no organic cause has been identified Management Biofeedback training

anismus

(ă-nĭz′mŭs) Excessive contraction of external sphincter of rectum.