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  2. Anorectal varices - Wikipedia

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    Anorectal varices are collateral submucosal blood vessels dilated by backflow in the veins of the rectum. [1] Typically this occurs due to portal hypertension which shunts venous blood from the portal system through the portosystemic anastomosis present at this site into the systemic venous system.

  3. Rectal venous plexus - Wikipedia

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    The rectal venous plexus consists of an external rectal plexus [4]: 598 [5]: 294 that is situated outside to the muscular wall, [3] [4]: 598 [5]: 294 and an internal rectal plexus [4]: 598 [5]: 294 that is situated in the submucosa [5]: 294 /deep to the mucosa [3] [4]: 598 of the rectum and proximal anal canal [3] at the anorectal junction.

  4. Varicose veins - Wikipedia

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    Varicose veins are unlikely to be caused by crossing the legs or ankles. [17] Less commonly, but not exceptionally, varicose veins can be due to other causes, such as post-phlebitic obstruction or incontinence, venous and arteriovenous malformations. [18] Venous reflux is a significant cause. Research has also shown the importance of pelvic ...

  5. Varices - Wikipedia

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    Varicose veins, large tortuous veins usually found on legs; ... Rectal varices, which can be similar to external haemorrhoids; See also

  6. Superior rectal vein - Wikipedia

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    The inferior mesenteric vein begins in the rectum as the superior rectal vein (superior hemorrhoidal vein), which has its origin in the hemorrhoidal plexus, and through this plexus communicates with the middle and inferior hemorrhoidal veins. The superior rectal vein leaves the lesser pelvis and crosses the left common iliac vessels with the ...

  7. Intestinal varices - Wikipedia

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    Intestinal varices are dilated submucosal veins in the intestine. [citation needed] One treatment includes a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt. [1]