A new silicone-prosthesis in the modified Thiersch operation.
Experience with a new silicone prosthesis in the modified Thiersch operation for rectal procidentia in 16 extremely poor-risk patients is presented. The technique of implantation, structural details of the prosthesis, and the clinical results are described. The use of a new silicone prosthesis in the modified Thiersch procedure is a viable alternative in this group of patients. Surgical technique is a primary determining factor in preventing complications.
Khanduja
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KS
Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Grant Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.
Hardy
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Aguilar
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Plasencia
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Hartmann
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Bowers
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Stewart
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D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D011093:Polyethylene Terephthalates; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011475:Prosthesis Failure; D012005:Rectal Prolapse / Q000601:surgery*; D012828:Silicones
D011093:Polyethylene Terephthalates; D012828:Silicones