Rectal prolapse in the pediatric population-a narrative review of medical and surgical management.

ABSTRACT: Although more frequent in the adult population, rectal prolapse is a common anorectal condition that can occur in children and adolescents. While many cases spontaneously resolve without the need for intervention, the advent of newer minimally invasive procedures and operations have provided options for pediatric patients. Here, we review the pathophysiology, etiology, presentation, diagnosis and principles of management of rectal prolapse in the pediatric population as it has evolved over the past several decades. The literature was queried from free databases available to the public including the National Institute of Health National Library of Medicine MEDLINE and PubMed for manuscripts published from January 1, 1975 to December 1, 2023. Manuscripts without an accompanying English trans

SUBMITTER: Kodia K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11292101 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature