Functional anorectal symptoms are common and affect all ages of the population. 1 Normal
anorectal physiologic function is complex and relies on a multiplicity of factors, including a …

Physiologic testing has been used to assess pelvic floor and anorectal disorders for the past
35 years, but only in the past two decades has this testing become of value for clinical use …

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) is dedicated to ensuring high-
quality patient care by advancing the science, prevention, and management of disorders …

Several studies have documented a relatively limited usefulness of the history and physical
examination for the diagnosis of the causes of functional anorectal disorders, including both …

Anorectal physiology testing provides the clinician with objective evidence of functional
disorders. Standardization of tests and scoring system is desirable. This information is …

The evaluation of anorectal function in a patient with symptoms of constipation or fecal
incontinence (FI) begins with a comprehensive history that includes assessment of quality of …

The normal function of the anorectum represents a complex interaction between neurologic,
myogenic, sensory, anatomic, and hormonal components. Failure or weakness of any one …

The anorectum plays an important role in the regulation of defecation and in the
maintenance of continence. 2, 32In the 1980s and 1990s, a wide range of tests were …

Anorectal manometry includes a number of specific tests that are helpful in the diagnostic
assessment of patients with fecal incontinence and constipation; their purpose is to …

Background Functional disorders of the anus and rectum affect 10–20% of the population. 1
Tests of anorectal function can provide useful information regarding the pathophysiology of …