rectopexy

rectopexy

 [rek´to-pek″se] proctopexy.

proc·to·pex·y

(prok'tō-pek'sē), Surgical fixation of a prolapsing rectum. Synonym(s): rectopexy [procto- + G. pēxis, fixation]

proc·to·pex·y

(prok'tō-pek-sē) Surgical fixation of a prolapsing rectum.
Synonym(s): rectopexy.
[procto- + G. pēxis, fixation]

rectopexy

An operative procedure to secure in place a rectum liable to PROLAPSE.