Abstract Purpose Contour® Transtar™ procedure for rectal prolapse is a promising
technique according to safety and efficacy. One potential surgical problem is failure of the …

Objective We report a modified technique of perineal proctectomy using a new reloadable
curved cutter stapler, the Contour® TranstarTM (Ethicon Endo‐Surgery), to treat full …

Purpose. This study was designed to assess the safety, efficacy, and postoperative
outcomes of the modified Stapled TransAnal Rectal Resection (modified STARR) in patients …

Purpose: A perineal approach to treating rectal prolapse is ideal for frail patients. Recently,
internal rectal redundancy has been successfully treated with transanal resection using the …

Mini abstract Formulating clear guidelines for the most reliable treatment methods for
complete rectal prolapse appears challenging. The authors designed this study to compare …

Objective The stapled transanal rectal resection (STARR) in patients with defecation
disorders is limited by the shape and capacity of the circular stapler. A new device has been …

BACKGROUND: Obstructed defecation syndrome is a widespread and disabling disease.
OBJECTIVE: We aim to evaluate the safety and efficacy of stapled transanal rectal resection …

Aim This study evaluated the early results (with particular reference to complications) of
stapled transanal rectal resection (STARR) carried out using the CCS‐30 Contour® …

Background A new surgical technique, the Perineal Stapled Prolapse resection (PSP) for
external rectal prolapse was introduced in a feasibility study in 2008. This study now …

In the article entitled “Technical Aspect of Stapled Transanal Rectal Resection. From PPH-
01 to Contour to Both: an Optional Combined Approach to Treat Obstructed Defecation,” Dr …