Rectal prolapse surgery

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Illustration showing normal rectum and rectal prolapse 
Rectal prolapse

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Rectal prolapse surgery is a procedure to repair rectal prolapse. Rectal prolapse occurs when part of the rectum — the last several inches of the large intestine (colon) — protrudes from the anus. Rectal prolapse surgery can relieve discomfort and reduce fecal incontinence in some people with rectal prolapse.

Several techniques of performing rectal prolapse surgery exist. Your surgeon will suggest the appropriate rectal prolapse surgery approach for you based on your condition and your overall health. Rectal prolapse surgery is typically done under general anesthesia and requires you to stay in the hospital for a few days.

References
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  3. Rectal prolapse. American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons. http://www.fascrs.org/patients/conditions/rectal_prolapse/. Accessed Oct. 19, 2010.
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