Altemeier operation associated with dynamic graciloplasty: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>More than 80% of patients with full-thickness rectal prolapse have co-existing fecal incontinence. Choosing the ideal surgical strategy is always a difficult task. We combined an Altemeier rectosigmoid resection with anal dynamic g...

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Main Authors: Effetti Eleonora, Cola Alessandra, Iachetta Roberto, Mongardini Massimo, Custureri Filippo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-12-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/3/1/9317