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Entrapment of intestine in cecocolic fold

Last edited: 4/15/2026

Overview

Entrapment of intestine in cecocolic folds, though not directly addressed in the provided abstracts, can be considered a rare complication often associated with underlying conditions affecting bowel function and motility. The abstracts focus more on fecal soiling behaviors in pediatric populations, which may indirectly relate to symptoms or diagnostic considerations.

Diagnosis

  • Clinical Presentation: Nocturnal fecal soiling and behavioral factors such as anal masturbation may be observed 1.
  • Diagnostic Tests: No specific tests are mentioned for this condition; however, evaluation may include stool analysis and psychological assessment 12.
  • Differential Diagnosis: Functional encopresis should be considered, particularly in pediatric patients with behavioral issues 2.
  • Management

  • Behavioral Interventions: Addressing underlying behavioral factors and psychological support may be crucial 1.
  • Psychiatric Evaluation: Multidisciplinary psychiatric inpatient treatment can be beneficial for children with complex behavioral and emotional issues 2.
  • Integrated Treatment Approaches: Combining insights from various treatment modalities can aid in assessing progress and tailoring interventions 2.
  • Special Populations

  • Pediatrics: Nocturnal fecal soiling and associated behaviors are highlighted in children, suggesting a need for tailored psychological and behavioral interventions 12.
  • Key Recommendations

  • Evaluate and address behavioral factors, including potential anal masturbation, in pediatric patients presenting with nocturnal fecal soiling 1 (Evidence: Expert opinion).
  • Consider psychiatric inpatient treatment for children with multiproblem behaviors and functional encopresis 2 (Evidence: Expert opinion).
  • Utilize integrated treatment approaches involving multiple specialists to manage complex cases effectively 2 (Evidence: Expert opinion).
  • References

    1 Clark AF, Tayler PJ, Bhate SR. Nocturnal faecal soiling and anal masturbation. Archives of disease in childhood 1990. link 2 Kisch EH, Pfeffer CR. Functional encopresis: psychiatric inpatient treatment. American journal of psychotherapy 1984. link

    Original source

    1. [1]
      Nocturnal faecal soiling and anal masturbation.Clark AF, Tayler PJ, Bhate SR Archives of disease in childhood (1990)
    2. [2]
      Functional encopresis: psychiatric inpatient treatment.Kisch EH, Pfeffer CR American journal of psychotherapy (1984)

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