Rectopexy
Rectopexy is a surgical procedure which is used to reposition a prolapsed, or fallen, rectum. It is performed to reduce symptoms associated with a prolapsed rectum, such as fecal incontinence and constipation, as well as to improve quality of life. During the procedure, the rectum is held in the correct anatomical position with sutures, staples, or a mesh to help support it. The procedure can be performed through the abdomen, laparoscopically, or through the vagina. It is a safe and effective procedure for treating rectal prolapse and can help improve the quality of life for those affected.
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1 journal(s) foundColon And Rectal Cancer
ISSN: 2471-7061
Type: Open Access Journal
Editor-in-Chief: Basem Azab, M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine
Internal medicine academic faculty attending
Medical director of anticoagulation center
Staten Island University Hospital
Department of Surgery
Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. The colon and the rectum are parts of the large intestine, which is the lower part of the body's digestive system. During digestion, food moves through the stomach and small intestine into the colon. The colon absorbs water and nutrients from the food and stores waste matter (stool).