noun
- the branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the rectum and anus
Usage: medical
Examples
- She decided to specialize in proctology after completing her medical degree.
- The hospital’s proctology department treats patients with various rectal conditions.
- He was referred to a proctology clinic for further examination.
- Proctology requires specialized training in colorectal medicine.
- The medical conference included several sessions on advances in proctology.
- Students found the proctology rotation challenging but educational.