Large rectal diverticulum in the setting of pelvic organ prolapse treated with robotic ventral mesh rectopexy: a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Rectal diverticula are a very rare occurrence compared to diverticula of the colon. They are reported to account for only 0.08% of all diverticulosis. Diverticula of the rectum can be caused by congenital or acquired factors. The majority are asymptomatic, diagnosed incidentally, and require no treatment. The low incidence of rectal diverticulosis may be attributed to the unique anatomical structure and physiological environment of the rectum. However, complications can arise and may necessitate surgical or endoscopic treatment.

Case description

We report the case of a 72-year-old female with a history of diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, and hypothyroidism who presented to the colorectal surgery clinic with symptoms of constipation of nearly a 50-year duration.

SUBMITTER: Bustamante-Lopez L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10174755 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature