Enteropexy (Enterorehu)

Enteropexy (Enterorehu) is a surgical operation during which part of the small intestine is sutured to the abdominal wall.

Previously, this operation was performed for visceroptosis, a condition in which the abdominal organs are displaced downward from their normal anatomical position. However, at present, enteropexy is practically not performed, since visceroptosis is no longer considered a pathological condition requiring surgical intervention.

It is believed that enteropexy surgery was performed too often in the past, without sufficient indications. Today, surgeons have abandoned this risky and traumatic intervention for visceroptosis in favor of more gentle and effective treatment methods.

Enteropexy is sometimes called “tummy surgery” or “tummy surgery.” This is an operation in which the surgeon sutures part of the small intestine to the abdominal wall to prevent it from prolapse. This surgery may be performed when the small intestine prolapses from the abdominal cavity or when the patient suffers from visceral proptosis, a condition in which internal organs are displaced downward from their normal position.

Visceral proptosis usually occurs due to weakening of the abdominal muscles or due to other health problems such as obesity or pregnancy. If the patient has visceral proctosis, it may be necessary to undergo surgery to insert the small intestine back into the abdominal cavity.

Enteropexy surgery is usually performed through a small incision in the abdomen. The surgeon removes a portion of the small intestine that is located outside the abdominal cavity and sutures it to the abdominal wall using special threads. After this, the surgeon checks that the small intestine is in the correct position and does not fall out of the abdominal cavity.

Enteropexy is considered a safe procedure, but complications such as infection or bleeding can sometimes occur. After surgery, the patient must remain in the hospital under the supervision of a doctor to ensure that everything is going well.

Enteropexy or "enteropexing" and the concept of visceral shift

By Latin ***Enterorrhaphy*** is the process of suturing a dead or perforated part of the intestine, in other words, enteropexy, to prevent its decomposition and prevent possible intestinal obstruction due to perforation. **Enteropexies are divided into the following types:** - Suturing the intestinal segment: * Suturing the lower edge of the stomach along the fundus when part of the intestinal stump is on the right or left side of the abdominal wall (scar suturing). * These stitched parts of the intestines become the best supporting and holding elements, which creates the best conditions for their healing. * This is often practiced in the early stages of treating necrotic intestines. However, if this segment is too large, they are cut into smaller segments