Stercoral ulcer

Stercoral ulcer is an ulcer of the colon due to pressure and irritation resulting from severe, prolonged constipation due to large bowel obstruction. It is most commonly located in the rectum. Individuals with this condition are at risk for stercoral perforation.

References

Maull K, Kinning W, Kay S (1982). "Stercoral ulceration.". Am Surg. 48 (1): 20–4. PMID 7065551.

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