[Rectocele: analysis of 239 cases].

Rectocele (RC) is common in women, especially in parous women. In this study the radiologic finding of RC in 239 patients was reported. Based on its depth, RC was divided into three grades: grade I (6-15 mm), Grade II (16-30 mm) and Grade III (greater than 31 mm). Seventy out of 239 cases were surgically treated. The results were excellent or good in Grade II and III lesions, but poor in those of Grade I, especially when the depth of RC less than or equal to 10 mm. The authors believe the above grading of RC is useful in selecting patients for surgery.