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What type(s) of exam(s) are used to determine internal rectal prolapse, and intussusception?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Several: Digital rectal exam sigmoidoscopy after bowel cleansing colonoscopy after bowel full prep.

Answered 3/20/2016

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Dr. Andrew Hoffman answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Special XRay tests: Look up information about barium enema and also defacography.

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 3/20/2016

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