Cross-sectional imaging of the anal sphincter in fecal incontinence.
OBJECTIVE
Fecal incontinence is a disabling disorder. Cross-sectional imaging techniques can be used to confirm the diagnosis and to clarify the anatomy and function of the anorectal region.


CONCLUSIONS
Cross-sectional imaging has increased the understanding of the sphincter complex, resulting in a more adequate evaluation of fecal incontinence.
Dobben
Annette C
AC
Department of Radiology, Academic Medical Center, G1-228, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. ac.bruijne@igz.nl
Felt-Bersma
Richelle J F
RJ
ten Kate
Fiebo J W
FJ
Stoker
Jaap
J
D001003:Anal Canal / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology*; D019160:Endosonography; D005242:Fecal Incontinence / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology*; D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging