Proctocele

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(Med.) Inversion and prolapse of the mucous coat of the rectum, from relaxation of the sphincter, with more or less swelling; prolapsus ani.

Noun

1.

proctocele - protrusion or herniation of the rectum into the vagina; can occur if pelvic muscles are weakened by childbirth Synonyms: rectocele

colpocele, rectocele, vaginocele