Surgeon preferences and practice patterns in rectopexy: Results of an international survey.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

Rectopexy is the preferred abdominal intervention for rectal prolapse. Despite similar procedural steps - rectal mobilisation, prolapse reduction, and fixation - techniques vary widely, and onsensus on the optimal approach is lacking. This study aimed to assess global surgeon preferences and practices in rectopexy.

Methods

An international 28-item online survey was distributed between November 2023 and March 2024 through professional networks and social media. Questions addressed surgeon demographics, perioperative strategies, and technical approaches to rectopexy. Responses were analysed descriptively and stratified by region and specialty.

Results

A total of 226 surgeons from 36 countries across four continents completed the survey. Most respondents (79.6%) admi

SUBMITTER: Gialamas E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12765771 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature