Late presentation of anal canal duplication in adults: a series of four rare cases.

Anal canal duplication (ACD) is a very rare condition, especially in adults. Four cases in adults are reported. In three cases, the orifice of duplication was located behind the native anus, and in one case, it was located anteriorly.

Suffering in silence: a community-based study of fecal incontinence in women.

Objective: Fecal incontinence (FI) is a very common problem in women especially among the elderly. Women with FI experience significant physical and psychological disability and lifestyle limitations. This study attempts to estimate FI among community women above 40 years of age and its associated risk factors in Tehran, Iran.

The hidden epidemic of urinary incontinence in women: a population-based study with emphasis on preventive strategies.

Introduction And Hypothesis: Urinary incontinence (UI) is a prevalent clinical condition especially among women aged 40 years and above. It is not often reported as it is considered an age-related problem. This study attempts to estimate UI among women above 40 years and its determinants in an area zone of Tehran, Iran.