Anorectal physiology in solitary ulcer syndrome: a case-matched series.

Purpose: Solitary ulcer syndrome is a rare condition characterized by inflammation and chronic ulcer of the rectal wall in patients suffering from outlet constipation. Despite similar surgical options (rectopexy, anterior resection), solitary ulcer syndrome may differ from overt rectal prolapse with regard to symptoms and pathogenesis. The present work analyzed differences between these conditions in a case-control physiology study.

Prospective evaluation of a new rapid urease test (Pronto Dry) for the diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori infection.

Aim: Rapid urease tests are commonly used to establish the diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori infection during upper endoscopy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of a new rapid urease test (Pronto Dry) compared with histology as the gold standard.

Methods: Six gastric biopsies (three in the antrum and three in the fundus) were performed in 113 consecutive patients.