Anorectal avulsion: An unusual rectal injury

Traumatic injuries to the rectum although uncommon can result in virulent c omplications and even death. Diverting colostomy, presacral drainage, dista l wash out and rectal repair, when feasible, have become the standard treat ment for rectal injuries. We report an unusual case of rectal injury result ing in anorectal avulsion from skin and surrounding tissues. Copyright (C) 2000 S. Karger AG, Basel.