✦ SURGICAL REPAIR OF RECTAL PROLAPSE

Rectopexy (Laparoscopic / Robotic / Open)

Q: Why does rectal prolapse happen?

Rectal prolapse occurs when the supports of the rectum weaken, often after years of straining, multiple childbirths, or pelvic floor weakness. It is more common in older women but can affect any age group.

Q: Will rectopexy fix my bowel control problems too?

Many patients with rectal prolapse have associated incontinence or constipation. Rectopexy often improves these symptoms, although some patients may need additional pelvic floor therapy.

Q: Is laparoscopic rectopexy better than open?

Laparoscopic and robotic rectopexy offer faster recovery, less pain and smaller scars, with equivalent long-term outcomes. The choice depends on patient factors and surgeon experience.

Q: Will rectal prolapse come back?

Recurrence is low after well-performed rectopexy, especially with good post-operative bowel habits, healthy weight, and avoiding chronic straining.

Surgical fixation of the prolapsed rectum back to its natural position inside the pelvis — performed laparoscopically, robotically or open, with excellent long-term cure of full-thickness rectal prolapse.

90–150 min PROCEDURE

2–3 Days HOSPITAL STAY

>90% SUCCESS RATE

1–2 Weeks RETURN TO WORK

What is Rectopexy (Laparoscopic / Robotic / Open)?

Rectopexy is the surgical correction of full-thickness rectal prolapse, where the rectum slips out through the anus. The prolapsed rectum is gently mobilised, lifted back into its natural position inside the pelvis, and fixed to the sacrum. The procedure can be done laparoscopically, robotically, or open, depending on patient factors. As an experienced laparoscopic surgeon and female proctologist in Hyderabad, Dr. Tejasree Vengala performs rectopexy at Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad, offering a definitive solution with low recurrence and improved bowel function.

Suitable for adults with full-thickness rectal prolapse causing discomfort, bleeding, mucus discharge, fecal incontinence, or repeated prolapse on straining.

How the Procedure Works

Anaesthesia & Preparation

Surgery is performed under general anaesthesia. The abdomen is prepared and draped in sterile fashion.

Keyhole Access

For laparoscopic / robotic rectopexy, three to four small incisions are made for camera and instruments. Open rectopexy uses a lower abdominal incision.

Rectal Mobilisation

The rectum is carefully mobilised from surrounding structures, with attention to preserving nerves that control bowel and bladder function.

Fixation to Sacrum

The mobilised rectum is gently lifted into its natural position and fixed to the front of the sacrum using sutures, or with mesh in select cases.

Closure & Recovery

The incisions are closed in layers. Most patients walk the next day, eat soft food, and are discharged in 2–3 days.

Outcomes

90–150 minDURATION

2–3 DaysHOSPITAL STAY

>90%SUCCESS RATE

4–6 WeeksFULL RECOVERY

Who Needs This Treatment?

→Definitive cure for full-thickness rectal prolapse
→Significantly improves bowel control and quality of life
→Minimally invasive options available with quick recovery
→Low long-term recurrence rate
→Preserves natural rectal continuity
→Compassionate, sensitive care by a female proctologist

Rectal prolapse can be deeply distressing, and women in particular often suffer in silence. A well-done rectopexy puts everything back where it belongs — and most patients tell me afterwards that they wish they had come in years earlier.

— — Dr. Tejasree Vengala, Consultant Proctologist & Laparoscopic Surgeon, Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is laparoscopic rectopexy better than open?+

Will rectal prolapse come back?+

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