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                                                        Keywords
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	Obstructed defecation Posterior vaginal wall prolapse Anorectal physiology tests | 
                                                
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                                                        Target Audience
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	Colorectal surgeons, gastroenterologists, urogynecologists | 
                                                
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                                                        Aims and Objectives
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	Obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS) can be due to different reasons (rectocele, enterocele, rectal prolapse, intussusception, pelvic floor dyssynergy). Management of ODS depends on a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy and function of the anorectal region. Aims of this workshop are to provide participants the basic knowledge on: 1) the normal anatomy of the anorectum, 2) the diagnostic procedures including imaging techniques, manometric and neurophysiologic tests and 3) the main guidelines and indications for the treatment of ODS. 
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