Rectal prolapse in children: Laparoscopic suture rectopexy is a suitable alternative.
OBJECTIVE
To study the clinical outcome of laparoscopic suture rectopexy (LSRP) in children with persistent rectal prolapse (PRP).


METHODS
Nineteen cases of PRP were managed with LSRP from February 2005 to August 2009.


RESULTS
All were followed up for an average duration of 6 months. Only one child had recurrence and was managed with sclerotherapy.


CONCLUSIONS
LSRP is safe, feasible in children and gives satisfactory results.
Consultant, Surgery and Pediatric Surgery, Army Hospital (R and R), Delhi, India.
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