Definition of rectocele in English:
rectocele
noun ˈrɛktə(ʊ)siːlˈrektōˌsēl
Medicine A prolapse of the wall between the rectum and the vagina.
Example sentencesExamples
- An enterocele differs from a rectocele in that it is a true hernia, lined by peritoneum and usually containing small bowel.
- Women with poor vaginal tone, a shallow vaginal shelf, rectocele, or cystocele may not be able to use the device effectively.
- Videodefecography is specifically designed to evaluate evacuatory disorders such as rectal prolapse and rectocele.
- A rectocele can cause fullness in the rectum, giving the patient a similar sensation to an internal hemorrhoid.
- Pelvic organ prolapse (cystocele, rectocele, and uterine prolapse) and anal incontinence are also troublesome sequelae of vaginal delivery.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from rectum + -cele.