Rectopexy

Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery uses a thin, telescope-like instrument called a laparoscope, which is inserted through a small incision at the belly button. The laparoscope is connected to a tiny video camera which projects a view of the operative site onto video monitors located in the operating room. The abdomen is inflated with carbon dioxide gas to allow the surgeon a better view of the operative area. Three or four additional small incisions are made near the laparoscope through which the surgeon inserts specialized surgical instruments. The surgeon uses these instruments to correct the rectal prolapse. Following the procedure, the small incisions are closed and covered with surgical tape.

Recovery

The surgery will leave three or four tiny scars instead of one large abdominal scar, reduce hospital stay and recovery time allowing a quicker return to daily activities, including work. It is important to follow the doctor's instructions after surgery, as the patient will need to take it easy for one or two weeks.