Recocele

Rectocele repair surgery /Rectal Prolapse
What is it?
A rectocele is a bulging of the rectum into the vagina. (See the pictures at right.) It happens when the tissues that support the rectum and vagina are weakened and torn. Rectocele repair surgery (also called posterior wall repair) can strengthen and repair the damaged tissue and restore the rectum to its normal position. Vaginal childbirth, chronic constipation, and heavy lifting all increase your risk of rectocele, as they can damage the tissue that supports the rectum and vagina.
Why do I need it?
Your doctor may recommend surgery to treat a large or severe rectocele, especially if it brings symptoms such as these:
• Bulging, pain, and discomfort in the vagina
• Difficult bowel movements
• A feeling of pressure or “fullness” in your bowels, even when you’ve just had a bowel movement
• Inability to control your bowel movements
How is it done?
Rectocele repair surgeries are usually done through the vagina or the perineum (the skin between the vagina and the anus). The approach your doctor recommends will depend in part on the severity of the rectocele. Once the area of the rectocele is reached, surgery includes these general steps:
• The surgeon makes one or more incisions (cuts) along the back wall of the vagina (the side closest to the rectum).
• Stitches are sewn into the weakened tissue around the vagina and rectum, and along the vaginal wall. (The stitches can strengthen your tissues in two ways: first, by closing any tears, and second, by encouraging scar tissue to build in the area for extra support).
• If necessary, the perineum will be repaired with deep stitches into the muscle.
• The vaginal incisions are closed with stitches and the vagina may be packed with gauze.
What happens AFTER the surgery?
After a rectocele repair surgery, you may need to stay in the hospital for a few days. Here’s what to expect:
• To help prevent blood clots, your nurses will encourage you to walk as soon as possible after surgery. Also, a pneumatic compression device will massage your legs by inflating and deflating.
• You’ll have some pain. Your doctor will prescribe medication to help control the pain.
• You’ll have vaginal bleeding and discharge. Sanitary pads will help absorb this.
Contact us if you are suffering one of the symptoms above for years and considering to have a surgery to correct them