Sigmoid fixation associated with rectopexy using a laparoscopic approach could prevent relapse of rectal prolapse in pediatric patients with spinal dysraphia

Recurrent rectal prolapse, resistant to medical treatment, is an indication for surgical treatment. Patients with spinal dysraphia frequently have already been treated by sclerotherapy or other surgical techniques, but unsuccessfully. Methods: We present 2 patients, who underwent laparoscopic rectop...

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Main Authors:	Montes Tapia, Fernando Félix, Cura Esquivel, Idalia Aracely, Garza Luna, Ulises, Martínez Flores, Guillermo, Muñoz Maldonado, Gerardo Enrique, Abrego Moya, Valdemar
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	W.B. Saunders Co. 2008
Subjects:	RD Cirugía RJ Pediatría
Online Access:	http://eprints.uanl.mx/9442/1/2008ProlapsoJPS.pdf