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Altemeier for Rectal Prolapse: A Case Report

Sanjay Kumar Kalasua, Yamuna P. Meena, Bheru Singh Hariyawat, Rajesh Kumar Rathore, Prem Shankar Meena

Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery · pp. 469–471 · Published 19 Oct 2024

10.9734/ajcrs/2024/v7i2569

Abstract

Rectal prolapse presents a challenging clinical scenario, particularly in cases of long-segment prolapse. This report discusses a case of a 56-year-old male with a 10 cm long segment rectal prolapse and fecal incontinence. Despite failed manual reduction, surgical intervention via the Altemeier procedure was successful, leading to a smooth recovery without complications during the one-month follow-up. The case underscores the efficacy of the Altemeier technique in managing rectal prolapse, particularly for long-segment cases, with its low complication and recurrence rates.

Rectal prolapse altemeier procedures surgical interventions colonoscopy

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