Anatomical alterations following the ‘PSARP’ procedure: Correlating MRI findings with continence scores
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In brief
In brief
MRI study of 31 male patients post-PSARP identifies anatomical factors correlating with continence outcomes. Wider pelvic hiatus and obtuse anorectal angle associated with poorer continence scores, alongside findings of sphincter deficiency, neorectum deviation, and excessive perirectal fat.
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Purpose
To identify anatomical aberrations following PSARP procedure by using MRI, while correlating MRI findings to clinical outcome.
Patients and methods
Between January 2014 and December 2017, we conducted our study on male patients with rectourethral fistula who underwent PSARP. Postoperative pelvic MRI studies were performed and correlated to their clinical continence scores (Rintala, and Krickenbeck classification).
Results
The study included 31 patients. Fourteen patients were retrieved from the hospital records and accepted to participate in the study; while the remaining 17 were collected from the fecal incontinence clinic. Their age ranged from 40 to 156 months (mean 83) We divided patients in the study into two groups according to their Rintala continence scores: (Group A) 15 patients with low scores (10 or less); and (Group B) 16 patients with higher scores (more than 10). We detected wider pelvic hiatus (hiatus/PC ratio) and more obtuse anorectal angle in group A than B.
Conclusion
Several anatomical alterations can be detected by MRI following the PSARP procedure that include abnormalities in the striated muscle sphincter (attenuation/deficiency), deviated neorectum, and presence of excessive perirectal fat. A widened pelvic hiatus and/or obtuse anorectal angle may correlate with poor fecal continence in these patients.
Level of Evidence
This is a case control study (level III evidence).