Complications of ileoanal pouches.

Abstract

Restorative proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis is the surgical therapy of choice for patients with chronic ulcerative colitis and the majority of patients with familial adenomatous polyposis. It restores gastrointestinal continuity, re-establishes transanal defecation, and avoids a permanent stoma. Although this technically demanding procedure is associated with low mortality rates, it is frequently accompanied by early and late complications. This article will review these complications and discuss the interventions that are needed to provide appropriate treatment.

• Authors: Emre Gorgun, Feza H Remzi
• Journal: Clinics in colon and rectal surgery (Clin Colon Rectal Surg) Vol. 17 Issue 1 Pg. 43-55 (Feb 2004) ISSN: 1530-9681 [Electronic] United States
• PMID: 20011284 (Publication Type: Journal Article)