I have had a repair, 10 or 12 years ago, for bladder prolapse that went very well. I was told shortly afterwards that I have a rectocele as well that was not repaired at the time. I can't imagine why they didn't tell me/repair it at the same time.

I have been a little confused because I have seen both rectocele and rectal prolapse referred to in this discussion and I believe those are two very different things. Are we discussing both or one or the other?

Has anyone had rectocele surgery? If so was it done vaginally? I have had several abdominal surgeries, one with a severe infection and septic shock, resulting in many adhesions. Laparoscopic surgery is not possible and an open abdominal procedure would be risky at best. I'm hoping that vaginal surgery would avoid most of the adhesions and would therefore be an option.

Any information on rectocele repair would be appreciated.