A simple method of posterior rectopexy for rectal procidentia.
A simple method of posterior rectopexy as a treatment for rectal procidentia involved a series of horizontal nonabsorbable purse string sutures placed between the posterior one-third of the circumference of the rectum and the sacrum. The procedure seems to be effective.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D012005:Rectal Prolapse / Q000601:surgery*; D012007:Rectum / Q000601:surgery*; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013537:Sutures