Evaluation and surgical treatment of rectal prolapse: an international survey

Abstract

The treatment of RP differs between surgeons, countries and regions. Guidelines are lacking. Prospective comparative studies are warranted that may result in universally accepted protocols.

Comparison of abdominal and perineal procedures for complete rectal prolapse: an analysis of 104 patients

“…Recently, laparoscopic ventral rectopexy (LVR) has gained wide acceptance [25] as the surgical treatment of rectal prolapse associated with low complication and recurrence rate [26]. The results of the current study might support LVR partly because the current study showed high incidence of young patients in Korea, relatively higher 5-year RFP in the AP group, and comparable complications.…”

Laparoscopic ventral rectopexy for rectal prolapse and symptomatic rectocele: an analysis of 245 consecutive patients

“…LVR is an established technique for the treatment of rectal prolapse and has been described for the treatment of rectoceles as well . As currently available studies tend to describe relatively small cohorts of patients, the aim of this study was to determine the influence of LVR on symptoms in a larger series of patients.…”

“…Laparoscopic ventral rectopexy (LVR) is the most popular technique in Europe for the treatment of external and internal rectal prolapse . Furthermore, it has been recommended for the treatment of large rectoceles .…”

New kid on the block: perineal stapled prolapse resection (PSP) is it worthwhile in the long-term?

“…Abdominal operations through laparotomy or laparoscopy are frequently used for healthy, fit patients. The perineal approach is preferred in elderly, frail patients with many comorbidities or for strangulated and gangrenous rectal prolapse [5,7]. The most popular perineal procedures are Altemeier's perineal rectosigmoidectomy, which is preferred in the USA, and Rehn-Delorme's procedure, more commonly performed in Europe [8], the former being relatively complex and time-consuming to perform [9] and the latter having the drawback of a high recurrence rate [5].…”