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Rectal prolapse

Rectal prolapse

Illustration of rectal prolapse

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The rectum is a muscular tube about 5 in. (12.7 cm) long that connects the large intestine (colon) to the anus. The rectum normally remains inside the body. In rectal prolapse, loose tissue near the end of the large intestine (rectum) slides downward and may protrude from the anus.

Last Updated: August 9, 2007
Medical Review: Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
C. Dale Mercer, MD, FRCSC, FACS - General Surgery
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