The Roscoe Graham-Goligher procedure in the treatment of complete rectal prolapse

From April 1972 to December 1980 31 patients underwent repair of a complete rectal prolapse by various techniques. In 17 patients the Roscoe Graham-Goligher procedure was performed and 15 patients were reviewed to assess results. A complete recurrence was found in four patients (27%), two had a mucosal prolapse (13%). Fecal continence improved in four patients (27%). We no longer believe there is a place for this procedure since other rectal fixation techniques are easier to perform and give better results.