The handsewn anastomosis after colon resection due to colonic cancer.
| Title | The handsewn anastomosis after colon resection due to colonic cancer. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2010 |
| Authors | Pramateftakis, M. G., Vrakas G., Hatzigianni P., Tsachalis T., Matzoros I., Christoforidis E., Raptis D., Roidos G., & Lazaridis C. |
| Journal | Tech Coloproctol |
| Volume | 14 Suppl 1 |
| Pagination | S57-9 |
| Date Published | 2010 Nov |
| ISSN | 1128-045X |
| Keywords | Adult, Aged, Aged, 80 and over, Anastomosis, Surgical, Anastomotic Leak, Colectomy, Colonic Neoplasms, Female, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Suture Techniques |
| Abstract | AIM: The purpose of our study is to present the results of the handsewn single-layer interrupted extramucosal anastomosis following colon cancer.PATIENTS AND METHODS: In the period between 1989 and 2009, 276 intestinal anastomoses were fashioned following colon resection using single-layer interrupted extramucosal 3/0 Vicryl.RESULTS: The mean hospital stay was 8.2 days. Twenty-three patients had postoperative complications, and the total morbidity was 8.3%. Seven anastomotic leakages occurred (2.5%). The mortality rate was 2.5%.CONCLUSION: The single-layer anastomosis with interrupted extramucosal sutures after colon resection is safe and effective. |
| DOI | 10.1007/s10151-010-0612-1 |
| Alternate Journal | Tech Coloproctol |
| PubMed ID | 20683752 |
