Evaluation and Management of Rectal Prolapse

Michael Shane McNevin

doi:10.1016/j.suc.2023.12.002

Evaluation and Management of Rectal Prolapse

Surg Clin North Am. 2024 Jun;104(3):557-564. doi: 10.1016/j.suc.2023.12.002. Epub 2024 Jan 29.

Author

Michael Shane McNevin¹

Affiliation

¹ GI, Trauma and Endocrine Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Colorado, Mail Stop C313, Academic Office 1, 12631 East 17th Avenue, Room 6001, Aurora, CO 80045, USA. Electronic address: Michael.mcnevin@cuanschutx.edu.

PMID: 38677820
DOI: 10.1016/j.suc.2023.12.002

Abstract

Rectal prolapse, or procidentia, is a common pathology for the practicing colorectal surgeon. It is associated with lifestyle limiting symptoms for the patient and frequently co-exists with other types of pelvic prolapse making multidisciplinary management key. It is primarily managed with surgical reconstruction. A number of operative approaches exist, and the optimum procedure is varied dependent upon patient characteristics.

Keywords: Altemeier procedure; Delorme procedure; Pelvic organ prolapse; Rectal prolapse; Rectopexy; Resection rectopexy; Ventral mesh rectopexy.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Humans
Rectal Prolapse* / diagnosis
Rectal Prolapse* / surgery
Rectal Prolapse* / therapy