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Laparoscopic prosthesis fixation rectopexy for complete rectal prolapse

Year: 1994

Type: article

Abstract: Five women aged 64-81 years with complete rectal prolapse and incontinence were treated by laparoscopic mobilization of the rectum and posterior fixation to the presacral fascia using Marlex mesh. Mobilization was carried out with standard straight laparoscopic instruments in the first two patients (operating times 3.5 and 4.5 h) and with coaxial curved instruments and ultrasonic dissection in the succeeding three (operating times 2.5, 2.0 and 2.5 h). Restoration to full continence (grade 1) was observed in two patients and to grade 2 in a further two. No recurrence of the prolapse occurred during follow-up of 4-27 months.

Source: British journal of surgery

DOI: 10.1002/bjs.1800810150

Authors: A Cuschieri, S M Shimi, G Vander Velpen, S Banting, R A B Wood

Institutions: University of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Pelvic floor disorders treatments

Subfield: Rheumatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funder: Wellcome Trust