Colopexy
Abstract
Indications for colopexy include treatment of recurrent rectal prolapse, reduction of rectal sacculation, and deviation associated with perineal hernias, or prevention of recurrent colonic torsion. The procedure is usually performed through a caudal midline incision; the colon is pulled forward to straighten it out, and a pexy site is selected. A simple colopexy can be performed by scarifying the peritoneum and serosa and suturing the two together with interrupted sutures. To be certain of a permanent adhesion, the colonic serosa and transversus abdominis muscle are incised, and their incisional edges are sutured together.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Hernia repair and management
Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Wiley eBooks
- Pages
- 216–219
- Publication date
- 27 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter