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📋Overview
Rectal prolapse is a condition where the rectum (the last part of the large intestine) protrudes through the anus. It is a well-recognized disorder with varying degrees of severity, ranging from partial mucosal prolapse to full-thickness prolapse of the rectal wall. The term 'rectal prolapse' is the modern preferred term and is distinct from related conditions such as hemorrhoids or anal prolapse.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0034888ICD-10-CM
K62.3
MeSH
D012005
SNOMED CT (US)
57773001
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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