Transperineal Ultrasonography of Anatomic Defects in Fecal Incontinence

  • Harry KleinübingJr.
  • Mauro S. L. Pinho

Abstract

Highly accurate imaging of the anal sphincters is obtained by transperineal ultrasonography. This imaging technique is especially valuable in assessing women with anterior defects caused by obstetric injury.

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© Springer-Verlag Italia 2008

Authors and Affiliations

  • Harry KleinübingJr.
    • 1
  • Mauro S. L. Pinho
    • 1
  1. 1.Department of Surgery, Hospital Municipal São JoséUniversity of Região de JoinvilleJoinville, Santa CatarinaBrazil

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