['To study the clinical outcome of laparoscopic suture rectopexy (LSRP) in children with persistent rectal prolapse (PRP).', 'Nineteen cases of PRP were managed with LSRP from February 2005 to August 2009.', 'All were followed up for an average duration of 6 months. Only one child had recurrence and was managed with sclerotherapy.'] Is rectal prolapse in children : Laparoscopic suture rectopexy a suitable alternative?