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Use of the fascial stapler® in proctopexy for rectal prolapse

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Diseases of the Colon & Rectum

Abstract

Proctopexy using synthetic mesh is a popular method of treating rectal prolapse. Suturing the graft to the presacral fascia is time-consuming and can lead to complications. With the fascial staper®, two parallel rows of three staples are used to quickly and securely anchor the Marlex sling to the sacrum, thus avoiding hemorrhage from the presacral veins. Fourteen patients have been treated with no complications.

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  1. Joliet Surgery and Health Care Center, 2 Uno Circle, 60435, Joliet, Illinois

    Jon F. Nicosia M.D. & Noel M. Bass M.D.

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  1. Jon F. Nicosia M.D.
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  2. Noel M. Bass M.D.
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This work was performed at St. Joseph Hospital and Silver Cross Hospital in Joliet, Illinois.

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Nicosia, J.F., Bass, N.M. Use of the fascial stapler® in proctopexy for rectal prolapse. Dis Colon Rectum 30, 900–901 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02555434

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