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Management of complete rectal prolapse
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Rectal prolapse, a condition involving rectal tissue protrusion, presents in complete (procidentia) and occult forms. Management strategies differ significantly between pediatric and adult patients.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Colorectal Surgery
Background:
- Rectal prolapse involves the protrusion of rectal tissue.
- Two main types exist: complete (procidentia) and occult rectal prolapse.
- Etiology and management vary between pediatric and adult populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the distinct etiologies and management strategies for rectal prolapse in children versus adults.
- To detail the treatment phases for adult rectal prolapse.
- To describe corrective methods for pediatric rectal prolapse.
Main Methods:
- Adult treatment involves rectopexy, bowel habit re-education, and sphincter dysfunction correction.
- Pediatric correction includes addressing malnutrition, digital repositioning, submucous phenol injection under anesthesia, and Thiersch's operation.
Main Results:
- Management approaches are tailored based on patient age (pediatric vs. adult).
- Adult rectal prolapse treatment focuses on prolapse control and functional restoration.
- Pediatric rectal prolapse management prioritizes direct correction and addressing underlying factors like malnutrition.
Conclusions:
- Effective rectal prolapse management requires age-specific strategies.
- A multi-faceted approach is necessary for both pediatric and adult cases.
- Understanding the differences in etiology and presentation is key to successful treatment outcomes.
Abstract:
There are two types of rectal prolapse viz, complete or procidentia and occult. Aetiology and management are usually different in children and adults. Control of prolapse by various methods of rectopexies, re-education of bowel habit and correction of sphincter dysfunction are the three phases of treatment in adults. Correction of malnutrition, digital reposition of the prolapse, submucous injection of 5% phenol in almond oil under general anaesthesia and lastly the Thiersch's operation are the methods of correction in children.