Journal article
The Sphincter of O’Beirne – Part 1: Study of 18 Normal Subjects
Abstract
BackgroundGastroenterologists have ignored or emphasized the importance of the rectosigmoid junction in continence or constipation on and off for 200 years. Here, we revisit its significance using high-resolution colonic manometry.MethodsManometry, using an 84-channel water-perfused catheter, was performed in 18 healthy volunteers.ResultsThe rectosigmoid junction registers as an intermittent pressure band of 26.2 ± 7.2 mmHg, or intermittent …
Authors
Chen J-H; Nirmalathasan S; Pervez M; Milkova N; Huizinga JD
Journal
Digestive Diseases and Sciences, Vol. 66, No. 10, pp. 3516–3528
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
October 2021
DOI
10.1007/s10620-020-06657-w
ISSN
0163-2116