To see the outcome of results of Cow Milk & Hypertonic Saline in the treatment of Rectal Prolapse in Children

Sclerotherapy is the least invasive procedure used in management of grade I/II rectal prolapse, with a success rate of around 80%, and generally considered as the first choice for uncomplicated and recurrent prolapse. Several sclerosing agents such as 15% hypertonic saline, 5% Phenol in almond oil and cow milk have been used and reported in the literature. Present study is designed to determine the efficacy of cow milk and 15% hypertonic saline in the management of children with grade I/II rectal prolapse.

All the details will be entered on the proforma which will include resolvement of rectal prolapse and which agent has adverse effects like recurrence, fecal incontinence and anal stenosis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All children with Grade I and II rectal prolapse
• Age <12 years
• Both genders

Exclusion Criteria:

• Rectal prolapse secondary to causes like ulcerative colitis and crohn's disease
• Past surgical history on the pelvic floor,
• Neurological diseases like rectal polyps, congenital megacolon, Hirschsprung disease, sacrococcygeal teratoma, neural tube defects, cauda equina syndrome
• Where parents are not willing to participate in the study

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