Therapeutic effects of the TST36 stapler on rectocele combined with internal rectal prolapse

Table 1 Longo’s obstructed defecation syndrome score

Question	Response (score)
Defecation frequency	1-2 def every; 1–2 d (0)	2 def/wk or 3 def/d (1)	1 def/wk or 4 def/d (2)	< 1 def/wk or > 4 def/d (3)
Straining intensity	N or light (0)	Moderate (1)	Intensive (2)
Straining extension		Short time (1)	Prolonged (2)
Sensation of incomplete evacuation	Never (0)	≤ 1/wk (1)	2/wk (2)	> 2/wk (3)
Perineal discomfort	Never (0)	≤ 1/wk (1)	2/wk (2)	> 2/wk (3)
Activity reduction	Never (0)	< 25% activity (1)	25%-50% activity (4)	> 50% activity (6)
Laxatives	Never (0)	< 25% def (1)	25-50% def (3)	> 50% def (5)	Always (7)
Enemas	Never (0)	< 25% def (1)	25-50% def (3)	> 50% def (5)	Always (7)
Digitation	Never (0)	< 25% def (1)	25-50% def (3)	> 50% def (5)	Always (7)

Def: Defecation.