Laparoscopic-assisted endorectal colon pull-through
involves cutting away the part of the colon that has no nerve cells. The
healthy end of the colon is sutured to the rectum. This
procedure is performed with a minimally invasive method that utilizes a laparoscope
(a small video camera) and small instruments inserted through small incisions.
Also
Known As:
- Colon
repositioning
- Primary
laparoscopic-assisted endorectal colon pull-through
- Laparoscopic
surgery
Conditions
Treated with Laparoscopic-Assisted Endorectal Colon Pull-Through:
Laparoscopic-assisted endorectal colon pull-through
is performed in cases of Hirschsprung’s disease, congenital ananglionosis and
bowel obstruction.
There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
laparoscopic-assisted endorectal colon pull-through. Performing the procedure
openly is a surgical alternative.
Anesthesia
with Laparoscopic-Assisted Endorectal Colon Pull-Through:
Laparoscopic-assisted endorectal colon pull-through
is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep
and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from Laparoscopic-Assisted Endorectal Colon Pull-Through:
Possible risks following laparoscopic-assisted
endorectal colon pull-through include bleeding, scarring, enterocolitis,
malabsorption, fecal incontinence and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis
after Laparoscopic-Assisted Endorectal Colon Pull-Through:
The prognosis for a positive end result following
laparoscopic-assisted endorectal colon pull-through is very good.
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