Stapler-facilitated rectal eversion.
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Abstract
Sphincter-preserving procedures have come to play an increasingly important role in colon and rectal surgery. In certain situations, rectal eversion can be an invaluable aid in performing a sphincter-saving operation. We present a new method to evert the rectum using the curved circular stapler.
Medical subject headings
- Rectal Diseases
- Rectum
- Surgical Stapling