Colonic "coloplasty": novel technique to enhance low colorectal or coloanal anastomosis.
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Abstract
After low colorectal or coloanal anastomosis, bowel dysfunction may exist. A colonic J-pouch has been proposed to reduce bowel dysfunction. We present an alternative technique to augment the reservoir function of the neorectum and reduce bowel dysfunction.
Medical subject headings
- Anal Canal
- Colon
- Proctocolectomy, Restorative
- Rectum