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'''Presacral space''' is an anatomical area located in the human body, specifically in the [[pelvis]]. It is a potential space that is situated between the [[rectum]] and the [[sacrum]], hence the name 'presacral'. This space is of significant importance in the field of [[medicine]] and [[surgery]], particularly in procedures involving the rectum, sacrum, and other surrounding structures.

== Anatomy ==

The presacral space is bordered anteriorly by the rectum, posteriorly by the sacrum and coccyx, laterally by the iliac vessels, and superiorly by the peritoneal reflection. It contains loose areolar tissue, the middle sacral artery, and the presacral venous plexus.

== Clinical Significance ==

The presacral space is of particular interest in surgical procedures such as anterior resection of the rectum and sacral nerve stimulation for [[fecal incontinence]]. It is also a potential space for the development of various pathological conditions, including presacral [[hematoma]], abscess, and [[neoplasm]]s.

=== Presacral Hematoma and Abscess ===

Presacral hematoma and abscess are complications that can occur following injury to the presacral venous plexus during surgery. These conditions can lead to significant morbidity and require prompt diagnosis and management.

=== Presacral Neoplasms ===

Presacral neoplasms are rare and can be either benign or malignant. They include a wide range of tumor types, such as [[chordoma]], [[neuroblastoma]], and [[teratoma]]. Diagnosis is often challenging due to the nonspecific nature of symptoms and the difficulty in accessing the presacral space.

== See Also ==

* [[Pelvis]]
* [[Rectum]]
* [[Sacrum]]
* [[Fecal incontinence]]
* [[Chordoma]]
* [[Neuroblastoma]]
* [[Teratoma]]

== References ==

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[[Category:Medicine]]
[[Category:Surgery]]
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