Altemeier’s procedure for complete rectal prolapse; outcome and function in 43 consecutive female patients

Abstract Background The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate morbidity, mortality, postoperative function and recurrences in patients treated by Altemeier’s rectosigmoidectomy for complete rectal prolapse in a referral center for pelvic floor functional disorders. Methods Peri-operative d...

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Main Authors: Mario Trompetto, Roberta Tutino, Alberto Realis Luc, Eugenio Novelli, Gaetano Gallo, Giuseppe Clerico
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-01-01
Series:BMC Surgery
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12893-018-0463-7