2011
DOI: 10.1177/000313481107700433
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Ultralow Anterior Resection for Prolapsed Giant Solitary Rectal Polyp of Peutz-Jeghers Type

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“…In our case, the patient experienced constipation but no obvious changes in the integrity of the anal sphincter that would lead to prolapse. Treatment options for prolapsed polyps include conservative treatment, endoscopic resection, and even ultralow anterior excision, albeit there is no universally accepted method [9]. Nearly all pedunculated polyps can be removed safely and effectively using colonoscopic polypectomy.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…In our case, the patient experienced constipation but no obvious changes in the integrity of the anal sphincter that would lead to prolapse. Treatment options for prolapsed polyps include conservative treatment, endoscopic resection, and even ultralow anterior excision, albeit there is no universally accepted method [9]. Nearly all pedunculated polyps can be removed safely and effectively using colonoscopic polypectomy.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Although there is no consensus as to how to treat prolapsed polyps, the options include conservative treatment, endoscopic resection, or even ultralow anterior resection. 11 Colonoscopic polypectomy is safe and effective for the excision of nearly all pedunculated polyps. For polyps not amenable to polypectomy such as large sessile villous lesions, surgical resection is recommended.…”
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confidence: 99%