Proctectomy and coloanal reconstruction for rectal cancer.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
There is increasing interest in the use of coloanal reconstruction following proctectomy for low rectal cancer. The authors review the surgical options for such sphincter-saving approaches, and report their pilot experience with eight patients receiving high-dose preoperative radiation with subsequent proctectomy and endoanal anastomosis. There were no anastomotic leaks.
Medical subject headings
- Adenocarcinoma
- Anal Canal
- Colon
- Rectal Neoplasms
- Rectum