Although hemorrhoids are responsible for considerable economic cost and personal
suffering, they have received surprisingly little research attention. In the United States …

Objective. To acquire more data about the epidemiologic characteristics of constipation in
different kinds of populations in China. Methods. Using “constipation” and “China” as search …

Background Constipation, a low fiber diet, sedentary lifestyle and gravidity are commonly
assumed to increase the risk of hemorrhoids. However, evidence regarding these factors is …

Constipation, a low fiber diet, a high Body Mass Index, pregnancy, and a sedentary lifestyle
are often assumed to increase the risk of hemorrhoidal disease (HD). However, evidence …

Hemorrhoidal disease is a highly prevalent anorectal condition causing substantial
discomfort, disability, and decreased quality of life. Evidence on preventable risk factors for …

Hemorrhoids are vascular cushions that underlie the distal rectal mucosa and contribute
approximately 15–20% of the resting anal pressure, ensuring complete closure of the anal …

Hemorrhoids and anal fissures occur in about 40% of pregnant women and women during
postpartum period. Usually they occur during the third trimester of pregnancy and 1–2 days …

Hemorrhoids are common anorectal pathology, with high recurrence rates after surgical
treatment. It is hypothesized that high straining forces during paradoxical contractions and …

Abstract Background and Aim The CHORUS study (Chronic venous and HemORrhoidal
diseases evalUation and Scientific research) was conducted to provide data on patients …

Background Managing chronic constipation is challenging as patients frequently remain
dissatisfied with laxative treatments. Novel studies using transabdominal electrical …