Facilitating low colorectal anastomosis. Preliminary results.

Publication/Presentation Date

2-1-1986

Abstract

Low anterior resection with a stapled anastomosis is the operation of choice for almost all rectal lesions in which the sphincter can be safely preserved. We have reported the results of a new technique using the EEA stapler. This method is easy and safe, it eliminates the use of a low pursestring suture, avoids spillage, and keeps contamination to a minimum. It also allows the joining of bowel segments of disparate sizes. The results of this technique used in 16 patients with colorectal anastomoses are encouraging.

Volume

151

Issue

2

First Page

286

Last Page

288

ISSN

0002-9610

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

3946765

Department(s)

Department of Surgery

Document Type

Article

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