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[Abdominal Wells rectopexy with patch micromesh PTFE (Goretex)].

M Cicconi1, P Romanelli, M Cardelli

  • 1Ospedale Civile di Teramo U.O. di Chirurgia d'Urgenza.

Il Giornale Di Chirurgia
|May 6, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Anterior rectopexy offers a successful surgical treatment for rectal prolapse, even in elderly patients. This technique demonstrates good long-term results with no recurrence and improved evacuation.

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Area of Science:

  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Gastroenterology

Context:

  • Rectal prolapse is a condition requiring surgical intervention.
  • Anterior rectopexy has been a recognized surgical option since the 1970s.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of anterior rectopexy for symptomatic rectal prolapse.
  • To discuss the surgical technique and its outcomes.

Summary:

  • This study reports on 4 patients with complete symptomatic rectal prolapse treated with anterior access laparotomy using the Wells technique.
  • The procedure involved leaving one-third of the anterior rectal wall free from suture.
  • Postoperative recovery was generally regular, with satisfactory results at 1 year, including absence of recurrence and evacuation issues.

Impact:

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  • Anterior rectopexy, when performed with appropriate rectal mobilization and fixation using mesh or PTFE, yields high success rates.
  • The technique respects rectal vascular supply and avoids lateral ligament division to prevent denervation.
  • This approach offers a reliable solution for rectal prolapse, improving patient quality of life.