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Pu TW, Liu YH, Kang JC, Hu JM, Chen CY. Superior Rectal Artery Preservation in Laparoscopically Assisted Subtotal Colectomy and Ileorectal Anastomosis for Slow-Transit Constipation. Biomedicines 2024; 12:965. [PMID: 38790927 PMCID: PMC11118226 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12050965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2024] [Revised: 04/16/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Our previous retrospective observational study demonstrated the safety of laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis and preservation of the superior rectal artery (SRA), without instances of leakage, in patients with slow-transit constipation (STC). Thus, we extended the enrollment period and enlarged the sample size to detect the differences in the postoperative complications and surgical and functional outcomes between patients who underwent laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with and without SRA preservation. We conducted a retrospective single-center analysis of patients with STC who underwent laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy between 2016 and 2020. The diagnosis of STC was based on the colonic transit and anal functional tests and barium enema to exclude secondary causes. Patients were divided into group A, which underwent surgery with SRA preservation, and group B, which underwent ligation of the SRA during surgery. Outcome assessments for both groups included the incidence of anastomotic breakdown, intraoperative complications, length of hospital stay, estimated blood loss, time to first flatus, and complications. Propensity score matching allocated 34 patients to groups A and B each. Postoperative bowel function, including time to first flatus, stool, and oral intake, recovered better in group A than in group B. Anastomotic leakage, a significant postoperative complication, was less frequent in patients with SRA preservation. In conclusion, preservation of the SRA in patients undergoing laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis for STC is associated with favorable postoperative bowel function recovery and lower anastomotic leakage rates.
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- Ta-Wei Pu
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Songshan Branch, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 10581, Taiwan;
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan; (Y.-H.L.); (J.-M.H.)
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taiwan Adventist Hospital, Taipei 10556, Taiwan;
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan; (Y.-H.L.); (J.-M.H.)
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan; (Y.-H.L.); (J.-M.H.)
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Serra J, Alcedo J, Barber C, Ciriza de Los Ríos C. Review document of the Spanish Association of Neurogastroenterology and Motility on the management of opioid-induced constipation. REVISTA ESPANOLA DE ENFERMEDADES DIGESTIVAS 2024. [PMID: 38305669 DOI: 10.17235/reed.2024.10242/2024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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Opioid induced constipation is a rising problem due to the progressive increment in the prescription of opioids. By contrast to functional constipation, opioid-induced constipation is not a functional gut disorder, but a side effect of the use of opioids. Opioids produce constipation due to a decrease in gastrointestinal motility and a reduction in the gastrointestinal secretions. The treatment of OIC focuses on three basic pillars: optimizing opioid drug indication, preventing constipation onset, and treating it if it occurs. As with any other cause of constipation, lifestyle adjustments and laxatives should be the first-line treatment in the pharmacological management of OIC. Osmotic laxatives such as polyethylene glycol (PEG) are the agents of choice. PEG is inert and is neither fermented nor absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. Furthermore, it has broad clinical applicability due to its favourable safety profile. If first-line treatments fail, peripheral mu receptor antagonists (PAMORA) are the drugs of choice. They reduce the peripheral effects of OIC with minimal potential to diminish analgesia or induce centrally mediated withdrawal syndrome. Different PAMORA are available in the market, both for oral and subcutaneous administration, with demonstrated efficacy for management of OIC in different clinical trials.
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- Jordi Serra
- Digestive System Research Unit, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, España
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- Gastroenterology, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, España
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- Digestive System Research Unit, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, España
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Jacobs SE, Tiusaba L, Bokova E, Russell TL, Al-Shamaileh T, Feng C, Badillo AT, Darbari A, Levitt MA. Functional constipation refractory to medical management: The colon is the problem. J Pediatr Surg 2023; 58:246-250. [PMID: 36411110 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2022.10.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Accepted: 10/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND Management of refractory constipation in children has not been standardized. We propose a protocolized approach which includes a contrast enema, anorectal manometry and exclusion of Hirschsprung disease (HD). For those without HD or with normal sphincters, an assessment of the colonic motility may be needed. The subgroups of dysmotility include (1) slow motility with contractions throughout, (2) segmental dysmotility (usually the sigmoid), or (3) a diffusely inert colon. We offered a Malone appendicostomy in all groups with the hope that this would avoid colonic resection in most cases. METHODS Patients with medically refractory constipation were reviewed at a single institution (2020 to 2021). For patients without HD or an anal sphincter problem, assessment of colonic motility using colonic manometry was performed followed by a Malone appendicostomy for antegrade flushes. RESULTS Of 196 patients evaluated for constipation refractory to medical management, 22 were felt to have a colonic motility cause. These patients underwent colonic manometry and Malone appendicostomy. 13 patients (59%) had a slow colon but with HAPCs throughout, 5 (23%) had segmental dysmotility, and 4 (18%) had a diffuse colonic dysmotility. 19 (86%) responded well to antegrade flushes with 17 reporting no soiling and 2 having occasional accidents. 3 patients (14%) failed flushes and underwent a colon resection within 6-month following Malone procedure. CONCLUSION We propose a protocol for medically refractory constipation which provides a collaborative framework to standardize evaluation and management of these patients with antegrade flushes, which aids in avoidance of colonic resection in most cases. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Shimon E Jacobs
- Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010, United States
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- Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010, United States
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- Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010, United States
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- Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010, United States
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- Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010, United States
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- Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010, United States
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- Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010, United States
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- Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington DC 20010, United States.
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Pescatori M. Clinical Evaluation, Etiology, and Classification of Anal Incontinence. ANAL INCONTINENCE 2023:21-28. [DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-08392-1_3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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Beji H, Najib F, Zaiem A, Guelbi M, Rebai W, Kacem M. Idiopathic megabowel causing acute bowel obstruction: A case report. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 77:103665. [PMID: 35638050 PMCID: PMC9142543 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.103665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2022] [Revised: 04/18/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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- Hazem Beji
- Department of General Surgery A, Hospital La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisia
- University Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
- Corresponding author. 52 - Street of roses - 8050 Hammamet – Tunisia, University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Department of general surgery A Hospital La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisia.
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- Department of General Surgery A, Hospital La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisia
- University Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of General Surgery A, Hospital La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisia
- University Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of General Surgery A, Hospital La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisia
- University Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of General Surgery A, Hospital La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisia
- University Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of General Surgery A, Hospital La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisia
- University Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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Akram M, Thiruvengadam M, Zainab R, Daniyal M, Bankole MM, Rebezov M, Shariati MA, Okuskhanova E. Herbal Medicine for the Management of Laxative Activity. Curr Pharm Biotechnol 2021; 23:1269-1283. [PMID: 34387161 DOI: 10.2174/1389201022666210812121328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2020] [Revised: 05/21/2021] [Accepted: 07/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Constipation is one of the most common and prevalent chronic gastrointestinal conditions across the globe that is treated or managed through various methods. Laxatives are used for the treatment or management of chronic/acute constipation. But due to the adverse effects associated with these laxatives, herbal foods should be considered as alternative therapies for constipation. In this review, the laxative potential of plant-based medicines used for constipation were discussed. Constipation may be caused by various factors such as lifestyle, particular food habits, pregnancy and even due to some medication. Chronic constipation is responsible for different health issues. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological paradigms are applied for the treatment or management of constipation. In the pharmacological way of treatment, medicinal plants have a key role, because of their fibrous nature. Numerous plants such as Prunus persica (Rosaceae), Cyamopsis tetragonolobus (Leguminosae), Citrus sinensis (Rutaceae), Planta goovata (Plantaginaceae), Rheum emodi (Polygonaceae), Cassia auriculata (Caesalpinacea), Ricinus communis (Euphorbiaceae), Croton tiglium (Euphorbiaceae), Aloe barbadensis (Liliaceae), Mareya micrantha (Euphorbiaceae), Euphorbia thymifolia (Euphorbiaceae), Cascara sagrada (Rhamnaceae), Cassia angustifolia (Fabaceae) have laxative activity. Medicinal plants possess a significant laxative potential and support their folklore therefore, further, well-designed clinical-based studies are required to prove and improve the efficacy of herbal medicine for constipation. The present review showed that herbs laxative effect in various in-vivo/ in-vitro models.
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- Muhammad Akram
- Department of Eastern Medicine, Government College University Faisalabad. Pakistan
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- Department of Crop Science, College of Sanghuh Life Science, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029. South Korea
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- Department of Eastern Medicine, Government College University Faisalabad. Pakistan
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- Faculty of Eastern Medicine, Hamdard University, Karachi. Pakistan
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- African Centre of Excellence (World Bank) Public Health and Toxicological Research (ACE-PUTOR) University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Nigeria
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- V. M. Gorbatov Federal Research Center for Food Systems of Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow. Russian Federation
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- K.G. Razumovsky Moscow State University of Technologies and Management (the First Cossack University), 109004, Moscow. Russian Federation
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Wu CW, Pu TW, Kang JC, Hsiao CW, Chen CY, Hu JM, Lin KH, Lin TC. Preservation of superior rectal artery in laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis for slow transit constipation. World J Gastroenterol 2021; 27:3121-3129. [PMID: 34168413 PMCID: PMC8192293 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v27.i22.3121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2020] [Revised: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 05/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Slow transit constipation (STC) has traditionally been considered as a functional disorder. However, evidence is accumulating that suggests that most of the motility alterations in STC might be of a neuropathic etiology. If the patient does not meet the diagnosis of pelvic outlet obstruction and poorly response to conservative treatment, surgical intervention with subtotal colectomy may be effective. The most unwanted complication of the procedure is anastomotic leakage, however, preservation of the superior rectal artery (SRA) may reduce its incidence.
AIM To evaluate the preservation of the SRA in laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis in STC patients.
METHODS This was a single-center retrospective observational study. STC was diagnosed after a series of examinations which included a colonic transit test, anal manometry, a balloon expulsion test, and a barium enema. Eligible patients underwent laparoscopically assisted total colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis and were examined between January 2016 and January 2018. The operation time, blood loss, time to first flatus, length of hospital days, and incidence of minor or major complications were recorded.
RESULTS A total of 32 patients (mean age, 42.6 years) who had received laparoscopic assisted subtotal colectomy with ileorectal artery anastomosis and preservation of the SRA. All patients were diagnosed with STC after a series of examinations. The mean operative time was 151 min and the mean blood loss was 119 mL. The mean day of first time to flatus was 3.0 d, and the mean hospital stay was 10.6 d. There were no any patients conversions to laparotomy. Post-operative minor complications including 1 wound infection and 1 case of ileus. There was no surgical mortality. No anastomosis leakage was noted in any of the patients.
CONCLUSION Laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis and preservation of the SRA can significantly improve bowel function with careful patient selection. Sparing the SRA may protect against anastomosis leakage.
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- Chien-Wei Wu
- Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Songshan Branch, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 10581, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taiwan Adventist Hospital, Taipei 10556, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan
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Sailer M. [Slow transit constipation]. Chirurg 2021; 93:103-112. [PMID: 33877395 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-021-01399-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Slow transit constipation (STC) is a rare condition almost exclusively encountered in middle-aged women. Pathophysiology and aetiology are poorly understood but a multi-factorial pathogenesis seems likely. With regard to differential diagnoses mechanical, drug induced, degenerative, metabolic, endocrinologic, neurologic, and psychiatric causes of constipation must be excluded by an interdisciplinary approach. Gastrointestinal physiologic investigations including colonic transit studies are mandatory. Furthermore, pangastrointestinal delay, pelvic floor dysfunction, and irritable bowel syndrome should be excluded. Initial treatment is strictly conservative. In cases of progression or persistence of symptoms surgical therapy should be discussed. Subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis is regarded as the standard operation for STC. Using strict selection criteria, overall success rates are reported in excess of 80%.
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- Marco Sailer
- Klinik für Chirurgie, Agaplesion Bethesda Krankenhaus Bergedorf, Glindersweg 80, 21029, Hamburg, Deutschland.
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Strijbos D, Keszthelyi D, Masclee AAM, Gilissen LPL. Percutaneous endoscopic colostomy for adults with chronic constipation: Retrospective case series of 12 patients. Neurogastroenterol Motil 2018; 30:e13270. [PMID: 29250849 DOI: 10.1111/nmo.13270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2017] [Accepted: 11/27/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Percutaneous endoscopic colostomy (PEC) is a technique derived from percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. When conservative treatment of chronic obstipation fails, colon irrigation via PEC seems less invasive than surgical interventions. However, previous studies have noted high complication rates of PEC, mostly related to infections. Our aim was to report our experiences with PEC in patients with chronic refractory constipation. METHODS Retrospective analysis of all patients who underwent PEC for refractory constipation in our secondary referral hospital between 2009 and 2016. KEY RESULTS Twelve patients received a PEC for chronic, refractory constipation. Short-term efficacy for relief of constipation symptoms was good in 8 patients and moderate in 4 patients. Two patients had the PEC removed because of spontaneous improvement of constipation. Three patients, who initially noticed a positive effect, preferred an ileostomy over PEC after 1-5 years. One PEC was removed because of an abscess. Long-term efficacy is 50%: 6 patients still use their PEC after 3.3 years of follow-up. No mortality occurred. CONCLUSIONS AND INTERFERENCES PEC offers a technically easily feasible and safe treatment option for patients with chronic constipation not responding to conventional therapy. Long-term efficacy of PEC in our patients is 50%.
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- D Strijbos
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven, The Netherlands.,Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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The Mexican consensus on chronic constipation. REVISTA DE GASTROENTEROLOGÍA DE MÉXICO (ENGLISH EDITION) 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rgmxen.2018.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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The Mexican consensus on chronic constipation. REVISTA DE GASTROENTEROLOGÍA DE MÉXICO 2018; 83:168-189. [PMID: 29555103 DOI: 10.1016/j.rgmx.2017.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2017] [Accepted: 12/08/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Significant advances have been made in the knowledge and understanding of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic constipation, since the publication of the 2011 guidelines on chronic constipation diagnosis and treatment in Mexico from the Asociación Mexicana de Gastroenterología. AIMS To present a consensus review of the current state of knowledge about chronic constipation, providing updated information and integrating the new scientific evidence. METHODS Three general coordinators reviewed the literature published within the time frame of January 2011 and January 2017. From that information, 62 initial statements were formulated and then sent to 12 national experts for their revision. The statements were voted upon, using the Delphi system in 3 voting rounds (2 electronic and one face-to-face). The statements were classified through the GRADE system and those that reached agreement >75% were included in the consensus. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS The present consensus is made up of 42 final statements that provide updated knowledge, supplementing the information that had not been included in the previous guidelines. The strength of recommendation and quality (level) of evidence were established for each statement. The current definitions of chronic constipation, functional constipation, and opioid-induced constipation are given, and diagnostic strategies based on the available diagnostic methods are described. The consensus treatment recommendations were established from evidence on the roles of diet and exercise, fiber, laxatives, new drugs (such as prucalopride, lubiprostone, linaclotide, plecanatide), biofeedback therapy, and surgery.
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Knowles CH, Grossi U, Chapman M, Mason J. Surgery for constipation: systematic review and practice recommendations: Results I: Colonic resection. Colorectal Dis 2017; 19 Suppl 3:17-36. [PMID: 28960923 DOI: 10.1111/codi.13779] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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AIM To assess the outcomes of colectomy in adults with chronic constipation (CC). METHOD Standardised methods and reporting of benefits and harms were used for all CapaCiTY reviews that closely adhered to PRISMA 2016 guidance. Main conclusions were presented as summary evidence statements (SES) with a summative Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (2009) level. RESULTS Forty articles were identified, providing data on outcomes in 2045 patients. Evidence was derived almost exclusively from observational studies, the majority of which concerned colectomy and ileorectal anastomosis (CIRA) rather than other procedural variations. Average length of stay (LOS) ranged between 7-15 days. Although inconsistent, laparoscopic surgery may be associated with longer mean operating times (210 vs 167 min) and modest decreases in LOS (10-8 days). Complications occurred in approximately 24% of patients. Six (0.4%) procedure-related deaths were observed. Recurrent episodes of small bowel obstruction occurred in about 15% (95%CI: 10-21%) of patients in the long-term, with significant burden of re-hospitalisation and frequent recourse to surgery. Most patients reported a satisfactory or good outcome after colectomy but negative long-term functional outcomes persist in a minority of patients. The influence of resection extent, anastomotic configuration and method of access on complication rates remains uncertain. Available evidence weakly supports selection of patients with an isolated slow-transit phenotype. CONCLUSION Colectomy for CC may benefit some patients but at the cost of substantial short- and long-term morbidity. Current evidence is insufficient to guide patient or procedural selection.
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- C H Knowles
- National Bowel Research Centre, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University London, London, UK
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- National Bowel Research Centre, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University London, London, UK
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- Good Hope Hospital, Heart of England NHS Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- University of Warwick, Coventry, UK
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- Affiliate section of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland
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Hassan HHM, Elnekiedy AM, Elshazly WG, Naguib NN. Modified MR defecography without rectal filling in obstructed defecation syndrome: Initial experience. Eur J Radiol 2016; 85:1673-81. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2016.06.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2016] [Revised: 06/20/2016] [Accepted: 06/20/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Staller K, Barshop K, Kuo B, Ananthakrishnan AN. Resting anal pressure, not outlet obstruction or transit, predicts healthcare utilization in chronic constipation: a retrospective cohort analysis. Neurogastroenterol Motil 2015; 27:1378-88. [PMID: 26172284 PMCID: PMC4584201 DOI: 10.1111/nmo.12628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2015] [Accepted: 06/15/2015] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Chronic constipation is common and exerts a considerable burden on health-related quality of life and healthcare resource utilization. Anorectal manometry (ARM) and colonic transit testing have allowed classification of subtypes of constipation, raising promise of targeted treatments. There has been limited study of the correlation between physiological parameters and healthcare utilization. METHODS All patients undergoing ARM and colonic transit testing for chronic constipation at two tertiary care centers from 2000 to 2014 were included in this retrospective study. Our primary outcomes included number of constipation-related and gastroenterology visits per year. Multivariate linear regression adjusting for confounders defined independent effect of measures of colonic and anorectal function on healthcare utilization. KEY RESULTS Our study included 612 patients with chronic constipation. More than 50% (n = 333) of patients had outlet obstruction by means of balloon expulsion testing and 43.5% (n = 266) had slow colonic transit. On unadjusted analysis, outlet obstruction (1.98 vs 1.68), slow transit (2.40 vs 2.07) and high resting anal pressure (2.16 vs 1.76) were all associated with greater constipation-related visits/year compared to patients without each of those parameters (p < 0.05 for all). Outlet obstruction and high resting anal pressure were also associated with greater number of gastroenterology visits/year. After multivariate adjustment, high resting anal pressure was the only independent predictor of increased constipation-related visits/year (p = 0.02) and gastroenterology visits/year (p = 0.04). CONCLUSIONS & INFERENCES Among patients with chronic constipation, high resting anal pressure, rather than outlet obstruction or slow transit, predicts healthcare resource utilization.
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- Kyle Staller
- Division of Gastroenterology, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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Functional outcomes and quality of life in patients treated with laparoscopic total colectomy for colonic inertia. Surg Today 2013; 44:34-8. [PMID: 23686591 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-012-0464-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2012] [Accepted: 10/02/2012] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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PURPOSE To assess the functional outcomes and quality of life in patients with laparoscopic total colectomy for slow-transit constipation (STC). METHODS All patients undergoing laparoscopic colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis for colonic inertia at two referral centers were analyzed. Their preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative details were recorded with a one-year follow-up. Their quality of life was assessed using the SF-36 questionnaire. RESULTS Between 2004 and 2007, 710 patients were evaluated. Eight female patients (1.1 %) fulfilled the criteria for STC without obstructive defecation syndrome. Their mean age was 38 years ± 15 (range from 22 to 62). The conversion rate was 12.5 %. The morbidity rate was 37.5 %, and mortality was nil. The preoperative abdominal pain was 6.6 ± 0.3 and had decreased to 3.6 ± 2.3 postoperatively (P = 0.008). At 1 year, the defecation frequency per week had increased from 0.84 ± 0.24 to 6.75 ± 3.4 (P = 0.001). Three patients developed nocturnal leakage (37.5 %). Eighty-eight percent of the patients recommend the procedure. All parameters of the SF-36 questionnaire had improved at the one-year follow-up examination. CONCLUSION Laparoscopic colectomy for slow-transit constipation is safe and increased the number of evacuations per week. Although nocturnal leakage may occur, these patients experience improvements in their quality of life.
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Ahn JY, Myung SJ, Jung KW, Yang DH, Koo HS, Seo SY, Yoon IJ, Kim KJ, Ye BD, Byeon JS, Jung HY, Yang SK, Kim JH. Effect of biofeedback therapy in constipation according to rectal sensation. Gut Liver 2013; 7:157-62. [PMID: 23560150 PMCID: PMC3607768 DOI: 10.5009/gnl.2013.7.2.157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2012] [Revised: 05/04/2012] [Accepted: 05/30/2012] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND/AIMS The pathophysiologic mechanism of rectal hyposensitivity (RH) is not well documented, and the significance of RH in biofeedback therapy (BFT) has not been evaluated. Thus, we aimed to assess the effect of BFT in constipated patients according to the presence of RH. METHODS Five hundred and ninety constipated patients (238 males and 352 females) underwent anorectal physiologic assessments. Of these, anorectal manometry was performed before and after BFT in 244 patients (63 RH and 181 non-RH patients). RESULTS The success rate of BFT was 56% in the RH and 61% in the non-RH group (p=0.604). The measurements of resting pressure, squeezing pressure, desire to defecate volume, urge to defecate volume, and maximum volume were decreased after BFT in the RH group (p<0.05), whereas only resting and squeezing pressures were decreased in the non-RH group (p<0.05). Among the RH group, individuals who responded to BFT showed decreased resting pressure, squeezing pressure, desire to defecate, urge to defecate, and maximum volume and increased balloon expulsion rate; among those who did not respond to BFT, only desire to defecate volume was improved. CONCLUSIONS In constipated patients with RH, changes of anorectal manometric findings differed in comparison to patients without RH. The responses to BFT showed both anorectal muscle relaxation and restoration of rectal sensation.
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- Ji Yong Ahn
- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Long-term follow-up of the Jinling procedure for combined slow-transit constipation and obstructive defecation. Dis Colon Rectum 2013; 56:103-12. [PMID: 23222287 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0b013e318273a182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Surgery is indicated for chronic constipation refractory to conservative therapy. The treatment of combined slow-transit constipation and obstructive defecation is controversial. OBJECTIVE The aim of the study is to describe the Jinling procedure and examine safety, effectiveness, and quality of life over 4 years of follow-up. DESIGN The study is a retrospective review of prospectively gathered data in a patient registry database. SETTINGS This investigation was conducted at a tertiary-care gastroenterology surgical center in China. PATIENTS The study included 117 consecutive patients with slow-transit constipation combined with obstructive defecation treated between January 2005 and December 2007. INTERVENTION The Jinling procedure modifies the classic procedure of subtotal colectomy with colorectal anastomosis by adding a new side-to-side cecorectal anastomosis to solve the coexistence of obstructive defecation and slow-transit constipation in one operation. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES We measured morbidity and mortality rates, Wexner constipation scores, and Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index at baseline and after 1, 6, 12, 24, 36 and 48 months of follow-up. RESULTS A total of 117 patients underwent the Jinling procedure, which was laparoscopically assisted in 56 patients (47.9%) and an open procedure in 61 patients (52.1%). Of the total, 72 patients (61.5%) had undergone previous surgical intervention without improvement. A total of 28 complications and adverse events were reported in 117 procedures, giving an overall morbidity rate of 23.9%; 23 patients (19.7%) had 1 or more events. Most complications were managed conservatively. A significant reduction in Wexner constipation score was observed from baseline (mean, 21.9) to 1 month (mean, 9.8), and the reduction was maintained at 48 months (mean 5.1; p < 0.001). Compared with baseline, significant overall improvements were also seen in gastrointestinal quality of life at 12, 24, and 48 months of follow-up (p < 0.01). LIMITATIONS This study did not include a comparison group. CONCLUSIONS Our clinical practice demonstrates that Jinling procedure is safe and effective for refractory slow-transit constipation associated with obstructive defecation, with minimal major complications, significant improvement of quality of life, and a high satisfaction rate after 4-year follow up.
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Han EC, Oh HK, Ha HK, Choe EK, Moon SH, Ryoo SB, Park KJ. Favorable surgical treatment outcomes for chronic constipation with features of colonic pseudo-obstruction. World J Gastroenterol 2012; 18:4441-6. [PMID: 22969211 PMCID: PMC3436063 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v18.i32.4441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2012] [Revised: 07/16/2012] [Accepted: 07/18/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To determine long-term outcomes of surgical treatments for patients with constipation and features of colonic pseudo-obstruction.
METHODS: Consecutive 42 patients who underwent surgery for chronic constipation within the last 13 years were prospectively collected. We identified a subgroup with colonic pseudo-obstruction (CPO) features, with dilatation of the colon proximal to the narrowed transitional zone, in contrast to typical slow-transit constipation (STC), without any dilated colonic segments. The outcomes of surgical treatments for chronic constipation with features of CPO were analyzed and compared with outcomes for STC.
RESULTS: Of the 42 patients who underwent surgery for constipation, 33 patients had CPO with dilatation of the colon proximal to the narrowed transitional zone. There were 16 males and 17 females with a mean age of 51.2 ± 16.1 years. All had symptoms of chronic intestinal obstruction, including abdominal distension, pain, nausea, or vomiting, and the mean duration of symptoms was 67 mo (range: 6-252 mo). Preoperative defecation frequency was 1.5 ± 0.6 times/wk (range: 1-2 times/wk). Thirty-two patients underwent total colectomy, and one patient underwent diverting transverse colostomy. There was no surgery-related mortality. Postoperative histologic examination showed hypoganglionosis or agangliosis in 23 patients and hypoganglionosis combined with visceral neuropathy or myopathy in 10 patients. In contrast, histology of STC group revealed intestinal neuronal dysplasia type B (n = 6) and visceral myopathy (n = 3). Early postoperative complications developed in six patients with CPO; wound infection (n = 3), paralytic ileus (n = 2), and intraabdominal abscess (n = 1). Defecation frequencies 3 mo after surgery improved to 4.2 ± 3.2 times/d (range: 1-15 times/d). Long-term follow-up (median: 39.7 mo) was available in 32 patients; all patients had improvements in constipation symptoms, but two patients needed intermittent medication for management of diarrhea. All 32 patients had distinct improvements in constipation symptoms (with a mean bowel frequency of 3.3 ± 1.3 times/d), social activities, and body mass index (20.5 kg/m2 to 22.1 kg/m2) and were satisfied with the results of their surgical treatment. In comparison with nine patients who underwent colectomy for STC without colon dilatation, those in the CPO group had a lower incidence of small bowel obstructions (0% vs 55.6%, P < 0.01) and less difficulty with long-distance travel (6.7% vs 66.7%, P = 0.007) on long-term follow-up.
CONCLUSION: Chronic constipation patients with features of CPO caused by narrowed transitional zone in the left colon had favorable outcomes after total colectomy.
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Obstructed defecation is a common problem that adversely affects the quality of life for many patients. Known causes of obstructed defecation include pelvic dyssynergy, rectocele, rectal intussusception, enterocele, pelvic organ prolapse, and overt rectal prolapse. Management of this condition requires an understanding of urinary, defecatory, and sexual function to achieve an optimal outcome. The goal of surgical treatment is to restore the various pelvic organs to their appropriate anatomic positions. However, there is a poor correlation between anatomic and functional results. As the pelvis contains many structures, a pelvic support or function defect frequently affects other pelvic organs. Optimal outcomes can only be achieved by selecting appropriate treatment modalities that address all of the components of a patient's problem.
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- C. Neal Ellis
- Division of Colorectal Surgery, West Penn Allegheny Health System, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, West Penn Allegheny Health System, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Choe EK, Park SH, Park KJ. Colonic Pseudo-Obstruction with Distinct Transitional Zone in Adult Constipation Patients: Pathological Analysis and Results of Surgical Treatment. Am Surg 2011. [DOI: 10.1177/000313481107700630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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There are subsets of chronic constipation patients showing features of colonic pseudo-obstruction (CPO) with distinct transitional zone (TZ). We intended to analyze the clinicopathologic characteristics and surgical outcomes of these patients. Twenty-five consecutive patients who underwent surgery for constipation over the 9-year period were analyzed. TZ (+) group was defined as patients showing symptoms or signs of large bowel obstruction with dilated proximal and collapsed distal colon around the TZ at the time of operation, but without any evidence of mechanical causes of obstruction. Nineteen (76%) patients had features of CPO with TZ. All TZs were located in the left colon. Pathologically, segmental hypoganglionosis was identified at the TZ in all TZ (+) patients. On the other hand, pathologic diagnosis was intestinal neuronal dysplasia type B in the remaining six (24%) patients having a uniform colon diameter without demonstrable dilatations (TZ (-) group). Among TZ (+) patients, 17 (90%) underwent total colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis and two (10%) underwent enterostomy. Long-term follow-up (median 56 months) showed no recurrence of constipation in this group of patients. All six TZ (-) patients underwent total colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis and two (33%) of them had persistent symptoms of constipation on long-term follow-up (median 60 months). In a subset of adult constipation patients presenting with features of CPO with TZ, segmental hypoganglionosis was the final pathologic diagnosis. Constipation patients with features of CPO with distinct TZ in the left colon are expected to benefit from surgical intervention.
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- Eun Kyung Choe
- Departments of Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Seoul National University Hospital Gangnam Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Departments of Pathology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Departments of Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Constipation is a major medical problem in the United States, affecting 2% to 28% of the population. Individual patients may have different conceptions of what constipation is, and the findings overlap with those in other functional gastrointestinal disorders. In 1999, an international panel of experts laid out specific criteria for the diagnosis of constipation known as the Rome II criteria. When patients present with complaints of constipation, a complete history and physical examination can elicit the cause of constipation. It is imperative to rule out a malignancy or other organic causes of the patient's symptoms prior to making the diagnosis of functional constipation. Many patients' symptoms can be relieved with lifestyle and dietary modification, both of which should be implemented before other potentially unnecessary tests are performed. Functional constipation is divided into two subtypes: slow transit constipation and obstructive defecation. Because many different terms are used interchangeably to describe these subtypes of constipation, physicians need to be comfortable with the language. Slow transit constipation is due to abnormal colonic motility. The diagnosis is made with the use of a colonic transit study. We continue to use a single-capsule technique as first described in the literature, but modifications of the capsule technique as well as scintigraphic techniques are validated and can be substituted in place of the capsule. Obstructive defecation is a much more complex problem, with etiologies ranging from rare diseases such as Hirschsprung's to physiologic abnormalities such as paradoxical puborectalis contraction. To fully evaluate the patient with obstructive defecation, anorectal manometry, defecography, and electromyography should be utilized. The different techniques available for each test are fully covered in this article. When evaluating each patient with constipation, it is important to keep in mind that the disease may be specific to one subtype or a combination of both subtypes. Because it is difficult to differentiate the subtypes from the patient's history, we feel it is imperative to evaluate patients fully for both slow transit and obstructive defecation prior to any surgical intervention. Furthermore, we have described many tests that need to be applied to one's population of patients on the basis of the capabilities and expertise the institution offers.
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- Matthew D Vrees
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL 33326, USA
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OBJECTIVE This study evaluated the type of colectomy, postoperative complications, functional results, and satisfaction in patients with constipation refractory to conservative therapy. Further, colonic transit time (CTT), faecal load (coprostasis), and colon length (redundancies) were compared between operated and non-operated patients. MATERIAL AND METHODS Out of 281 patients, 30 women and 5 men underwent surgery. All patients were evaluated by clinical and physiological investigations. Forty-four randomly selected healthy persons constituted the control group. RESULTS Twenty-one patients had at hemicolectomy, 11 patients a subtotal colectomy and 3 patients an ileostomy. Two patients had an anastomotic leak and one died. In 11 patients, further surgery was necessary, because of recurrent constipation. Abdominal pain disappeared and defecation patterns improved significantly to 1-4 per day after a colectomy with no uncontrolled diarrhoea. The mean CTT was 65.0 h for patients operated, 37.9 h in non-operated patients and 24.75 h in controls (p < 0.05). Abdominal bloating and pain and defecation parameters correlated significantly positively with CTT and faecal loading, which were significantly increased in operated patients (p < 0.05). The colon was significantly longer in operated patients compared to non-operated, which significantly increased CTT and aggravated symptoms. The histology of the removed colon revealed degenerative changes. CONCLUSIONS A segmental or a subtotal colectomy reduced bloating and pain and improved defecation patterns significantly. Although patient satisfaction was rather high, there are significant risks of postoperative complications and future operations. The operated patients had a significant increased CTT, faecal load and colon length, compared to non-operated patients.
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- Dennis Raahave
- Department of Surgery, Copenhagen University North Sealand Hospital, Helsingore, Denmark.
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Xu HM, Han JG, Na Y, Zhao B, Ma HC, Wang ZJ. Colonic transit time in patient with slow-transit constipation: comparison of radiopaque markers and barium suspension method. Eur J Radiol 2010; 79:211-3. [PMID: 20347538 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2010.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2009] [Revised: 02/20/2010] [Accepted: 03/04/2010] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Colonic transit study provides valuable information before surgical treatment is considered for patient with constipation. The radiopaque markers method is the most common way for evaluating colon transit time. The aim of this study is to compare the barium suspension with the radiopaque makers to assess the colonic mobility in patient with constipation. METHODS Colonic transit time was measured in 11 female patients with slow-transit constipation using both radiopaque markers and barium suspension method. In radiopaque markers method, the patient ingested 20 markers on the first day, and an abdominal radiograph was performed every 24h until 80% markers were excreted. In barium suspension method, the patient swallowed up to 50 ml of 200% (w/v) barium meal. The abdominal radiographs were taken at the same time point as the former. RESULTS The total or segmental colonic transit time were obviously prolonged in all patients. Segmental transits time spent in the right colon, left colon and rectosigmoid for radiopaque markers and barium suspension method was, respectively, 30 ± 6 h and 34 ± 7 h; 38 ± 9h and 32 ± 6 h; 40 ± 8 h and 38 ± 10 h. In the radiopaque markers method, total colonic transit time was 108 ± 14 h and it was 103 ± 13 h in the barium suspension method (P>0.05). CONCLUSION The barium suspension and radiopaque markers gave the similar results for colonic transit time. The barium suspension was a simple and cheap method for evaluating the colonic mobility.
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- Hui-Min Xu
- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 8 Gongtina Lu, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100020, PR China
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Elshazly WG, El Nekady AEA, Hassan H. Role of dynamic magnetic resonance imaging in management of obstructed defecation case series. Int J Surg 2010; 8:274-82. [PMID: 20219700 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2010.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2009] [Revised: 01/15/2010] [Accepted: 02/06/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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AIMS Surgical treatment of obstructed defecation (OD) carries frequent recurrences. The aim of the study was to evaluate the role dynamic magnetic resonance imaging defecography, and to elucidate the underlying anatomic and pathophysiologic background of pelvic floor disorders in these patients in order to minimize failures. PATIENTS AND METHODS Forty consecutive constipated patients with OD symptoms (31 females) with mean age 48.15+/-14.29 years. They underwent perineal examination, proctoscopy, anorectal manometry and Dynamic MRI defecography. The different pelvic floor morphology was recorded. The type and outcome of treatment whether conservative or surgical were also recorded. RESULTS The dynamic MRI of the pelvic floor showed 23 patients with descending perineum, 32 rectoceles (28 females), 12 cystoceles (10 females), 6 enteroceles (4 females), 18 intussusceptions (14 females), and 7 dyskinetic puborectalis muscle (3 females). The diagnosis of combined pelvic floor disorders with dynamic MRI defecography was consistent with clinical results in 70% and there were additional diagnostic parameters in 30% of patients. Dynamic MRI findings changed treatment decision in 8 patients 20% with surgical treatment performed in 25 patients (8 stappled trans-anal rectal resection, 11 trans-anal Delorme's, 6 trans-abdominal combined repair), and conservative treatment in 15 patients. CONCLUSIONS Dynamic magnetic resonance imaging represents a convenient diagnostic procedure in females and to a lesser extent in males, especially in terms of dynamic imaging of pelvic floor organs during defecation. In addition to the clinical assessment, dynamic magnetic resonance imaging had clinical impact in OD and interdisciplinary treatment.
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- Walid Galal Elshazly
- Colorectal Surgery, Surgical Department, Faculty of Medicine, University of Alexandria, Egypt.
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Christison-Lagay ER, Rodriguez L, Kurtz M, St Pierre K, Doody DP, Goldstein AM. Antegrade colonic enemas and intestinal diversion are highly effective in the management of children with intractable constipation. J Pediatr Surg 2010; 45:213-9; discussion 219. [PMID: 20105606 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2009.10.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2009] [Accepted: 10/06/2009] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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PURPOSE Intractable constipation in children is an uncommon but debilitating condition. When medical therapy fails, surgery is warranted; but the optimal surgical approach has not been clearly defined. We reviewed our experience with operative management of intractable constipation to identify predictors of success and to compare outcomes after 3 surgical approaches: antegrade continence enema (ACE), enteral diversion, and primary resection. METHODS A retrospective review of pediatric patients undergoing ACE, diversion, or resection for intractable, idiopathic constipation from 1994 to 2007 was performed. Satisfactory outcome was defined as minimal fecal soiling and passage of stool at least every other day (ACE, resection) or functional enterostomy without abdominal distension (diversion). RESULTS Forty-four patients (range = 1-26 years, mean = 9 years) were included. Sixteen patients underwent ACE, 19 underwent primary diversion (5 ileostomy, 14 colostomy), and 9 had primary colonic resections. Satisfactory outcomes were achieved in 63%, 95%, and 22%, respectively. Of the 19 patients diverted, 14 had intestinal continuity reestablished at a mean of 27 months postdiversion, with all of these having a satisfactory outcome at an average follow-up of 56 months. Five patients underwent closure of the enterostomy without resection, whereas the remainder underwent resection of dysmotile colon based on preoperative colonic manometry studies. Of those undergoing ACE procedures, age younger than 12 years was a predictor of success, whereas preoperative colonic manometry was not predictive of outcome. Second manometry 1 year post-ACE showed improvement in all patients tested. On retrospective review, patient noncompliance contributed to ACE failure. CONCLUSIONS Antegrade continence enema and enteral diversion are very effective initial procedures in the management of intractable constipation. Greater than 90% of diverted patients have an excellent outcome after the eventual restoration of intestinal continuity. Colon resection should not be offered as initial therapy, as it is associated with nearly 80% failure rate and the frequent need for additional surgery.
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- Emily R Christison-Lagay
- Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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Constipation and evacuation difficulty symptoms are common in the general populace. The ROME III criteria define the latter as a subset of the former. Constipation and defaecatory symptoms rarely occur in isolation and can often form part of a global pelvic floor problem, involving bladder voiding difficulties, sexual dysfunction and pain syndromes. While there is often a functional cause for symptoms, there are a number of organic causes particularly in the elderly that should not be missed. Novel physiological and imaging insights are improving our understanding, and potentially treatment, of these symptoms. Conservative therapies focus on a holistic approach in tandem with evolving drug therapies that target intestinal secretion and transit. The role of the biofeedback specialist is continually being re-defined to an all-encompassing one of physiotherapist, behavioural psychologist and moderator for alternative therapies such as rectal irrigation. Sacral neuromodulation for constipation is an emerging minimally invasive surgical option, although the criteria for patient selection are still to be elucidated. Colectomy for functional constipation is associated with a high morbidity, and gut symptoms often persist, suggesting a global GI phenomenon. Surgical correction of rectocele and intussusception for evacuation difficulty will benefit those with anatomical symptoms; for those with predominantly functional features, surgery is best avoided to prevent a vicious cycle of multiple re-operations.
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Boccasanta P, Venturi M, Spennacchio M, Buonaguidi A, Airoldi A, Roviaro G. Prospective clinical and functional results of combined rectal and urogynecologic surgery in complex pelvic floor disorders. Am J Surg 2009; 199:144-53. [PMID: 19362286 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2008.11.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2008] [Revised: 11/05/2008] [Accepted: 11/05/2008] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the results of combined rectal and urogynecologic surgery in women with associated obstructed defecation, urinary incontinence, or genital prolapse. METHODS One hundred forty-two selected patients with obstructed defecation in isolation or associated with urinary incontinence, enterocele, or genital prolapse were consecutively operated on by stapled transanal rectal resection alone or associated with transobturator tape, vaginal repair of the enterocele, or vaginal hysterectomy, respectively, and followed up by clinical controls and defecography. RESULTS At 2 years, all symptom, quality-of-life, and defecographic parameters had significantly improved in all groups (P < .001). The association with hysterectomy showed higher risk for severe complications, longer operative time, hospital stay, and time of inability (P < .001). Recurrence of urinary incontinence was observed in 3 of 24 patients, while 2 of 21 showed residual vaginal prolapse. CONCLUSION The combination of rectal and urogynecologic surgery is effective, with higher morbidity in the association with vaginal hysterectomy. Randomized trials comparing surgery in 1 and more stages and longer follow-up are necessary for a definitive conclusion.
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- Paolo Boccasanta
- Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Mangiagallie Regina Elena, IRCCS Foundation, 1st Department of General Surgery, University of Milan, Milan, Italy.
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Riss S, Herbst F, Birsan T, Stift A. Postoperative course and long term follow up after colectomy for slow transit constipation--is surgery an appropriate approach? Colorectal Dis 2009; 11:302-7. [PMID: 18513193 DOI: 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2008.01592.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Patients with slow transit constipation who do not respond satisfactorily to common medical treatment are considered candidates for colectomy. The present observational long term study was designed to assess outcome after surgery. METHOD Twenty consecutive patients were treated by colectomy for slow transit constipation between 1996 and 2004. Preoperative and postoperative data were reviewed by using our institutional database. A questionnaire including validated scoring systems and questions about complications and subsequent surgical interventions was sent to all available patients. RESULTS Three patients (15%) died perioperatively. Median long term follow up was 84 months. Ten patients (50%) needed further operations after colectomy: Three patients (15%) had surgery during the early postoperative period, seven patients (35%) during follow up. A total of 31 operations had to be performed in these patients. Twelve patients (86%) responded to the questionnaires. Their median Wexner constipation score was 11.5 (range 8-23). Six patients fulfilled the Rome II criteria for constipation. The median Vaizey incontinence score was 7.5 (range 0-22). The median GIQLI showed 80 points (range 32-129). CONCLUSION Morbidity and mortality rate after colectomy were inadmissibly high. Taking into account the poor functional results, we cannot recommend colectomy for slow transit constipation.
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria.
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Pinto RA, Sands DR. Surgery and sacral nerve stimulation for constipation and fecal incontinence. Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am 2009; 19:83-116, vi-vii. [PMID: 19232283 DOI: 10.1016/j.giec.2008.12.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Fecal continence is a complex bodily function, which requires the interplay of sensation, rectal capacity, and anal neuromuscular function. Fecal incontinence affects approximately 2% of the population and has a prevalence of 15% in elderly patients. Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders. The variety of symptoms and risk factors suggest a multifactorial origin. Before any invasive intervention, the surgeon should have a thorough understanding of the etiology of these conditions. Appropriate medical management can improve symptoms in the majority of patients. Surgery is indicated when all medical possibilities are exhausted. This review discusses the most used surgical procedures emphasizing the latest experiences. Sacral nerve stimulation (SNS) is a promising option for patients with fecal incontinence and constipation. The procedure affords patients improved continence and quality of life. The mechanism of action is still poorly understood. This treatment has been used before in other more invasive surgical procedures or even after their failure to improve patients' symptoms and avoid a definitive stoma. Before any invasive intervention, the surgeon should have a thorough understanding of the etiology of these conditions. Appropriate medical management can improve symptoms in the majority of patients. Surgery is indicated when all medical possibilities are exhausted. This review discusses the most used surgical procedures emphasizing the latest experiences. Sacral nerve stimulation (SNS) is a promising option for patients with fecal incontinence and constipation. The procedure affords patients improved continence and quality of life. The mechanism of action is still poorly understood. This treatment has been used before in other more invasive surgical procedures or even after their failure to improve patients' symptoms and avoid a definitive stoma.
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- Rodrigo A Pinto
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, 2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, Weston, FL 33331, USA
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Koh CE, Young CJ, Young JM, Solomon MJ. Systematic review of randomized controlled trials of the effectiveness of biofeedback for pelvic floor dysfunction. Br J Surg 2008; 95:1079-87. [PMID: 18655219 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.6303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 83] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is a type of functional constipation. The effectiveness of biofeedback as a treatment remains unclear. METHODS A systematic review of all randomized controlled trials evaluating the effectiveness of biofeedback in adults with PFD was carried out. All online databases from 1950 to 2007 were searched. This was supplemented by hand searching references of retrieved articles. RESULTS Seven trials fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Three compared biofeedback with non-biofeedback treatments and four compared different biofeedback modalities. Electromyography feedback was most widely utilized. The trials were heterogeneous with varied inclusion criteria, treatment protocols and definitions of success. Most had methodological limitations. Quality of life and psychological morbidity were assessed rarely. Meta-analysis of the studies involving any form of biofeedback compared with any other treatment suggested that biofeedback conferred a sixfold increase in the odds of treatment success (odds ratio 5.861 (95 per cent confidence interval 2.175 to 15.794); random-effects model). CONCLUSION Although biofeedback is the recommended treatment for PFD, high-quality evidence of effectiveness is lacking. Meta-analysis of the available evidence suggests that biofeedback is the best option, but well designed trials that take into account quality of life and psychological morbidity are needed.
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Koch SM, Uludağ Ö, El Naggar K, van Gemert WG, Baeten CG. Colonic irrigation for defecation disorders after dynamic graciloplasty. Int J Colorectal Dis 2008; 23:195-200. [PMID: 17896111 PMCID: PMC2134973 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-007-0375-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/26/2007] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Dynamic graciloplasty (DGP) improves anal continence and quality of life for most patients. However, in some patients, DGP fails and fecal incontinence is unsolved or only partially improved. Constipation is also a significant problem after DGP, occurring in 13-90%. Colonic irrigation can be considered as an additional or salvage treatment for defecation disorders after unsuccessful or partially successful DGP. In this study, the effectiveness of colonic irrigation for the treatment of persistent fecal incontinence and/or constipation after DGP is investigated. MATERIALS AND METHODS Patients with defecation disorders after DGP visiting the outpatient clinic of the University Hospital Maastricht were selected for colonic irrigation as additional therapy or salvage therapy in the period between January 1999 and June 2003. The Biotrol(R) Irrimatic pump or the irrigation bag was used for colonic irrigation. Relevant physical and medical history was collected. The patients were asked to fill out a detailed questionnaire about colonic irrigation. RESULTS Forty-six patients were included in the study with a mean age of 59.3 +/- 12.4 years (80% female). On average, the patients started the irrigation 21.39 +/- 38.77 months after the DGP. Eight patients started irrigation before the DGP. Fifty-two percent of the patients used the irrigation as additional therapy for fecal incontinence, 24% for constipation, and 24% for both. Irrigation was usually performed in the morning. The mean frequency of irrigation was 0.90 +/- 0.40 times per day. The mean amount of water used for the irrigation was 2.27 +/- 1.75 l with a mean duration of 39 +/- 23 min. Four patients performed antegrade irrigation through a colostomy or appendicostomy, with good results. Overall, 81% of the patients were satisfied with the irrigation. Thirty-seven percent of the patients with fecal incontinence reached (pseudo-)continence, and in 30% of the patients, the constipation completely resolved. Side effects of the irrigation were reported in 61% of the patients: leakage of water after irrigation, abdominal cramps, and distended abdomen. Seven (16%) patients stopped the rectal irrigation. CONCLUSION Colonic irrigation is an effective alternative for the treatment of persistent fecal incontinence after DGP and/or recurrent or onset constipation additional to unsuccessful or (partially) successful DGP.
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- Sacha M. Koch
- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Maastricht, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Maastricht, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Maastricht, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Maastricht, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Maastricht, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Patients with intractable chronic constipation should be evaluated with physiologic tests after structural disorders and extracolonic causes have been excluded. Conservative treatment options should be tried excessively. If surgery is indicated subtotal colectomy with IRA is the treatment method of choice. However, segmental resection may be a good option for isolated megasigmoid, sigmoidocele or recurrent sigmoid volvulus. In general patients with GID should not be offered any surgical options because of their anticipated poor results. Moreover, patients with psychiatric disorders should be actively discouraged from resection as they tend to have poorer prognosis. Patients must be counseled that preoperative pain and/or bloating will likely persist even if surgery normalizes bowel frequency. Patients with associated problems may be better served by having a stoma without resection as both a therapeutic maneuver and a diagnostic trial. Colectomy is no option to treat pain and/or abdominal bloating.
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- Johann Pfeifer
- Department of General Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Austria
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Gmeiner M, Pfeifer J. Management of complications in surgery of the colon. Eur Surg 2007; 39:15-32. [PMID: 32288768 PMCID: PMC7102154 DOI: 10.1007/s10353-007-0311-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2006] [Accepted: 01/23/2007] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND General surgeons are frequently confronted with colorectal diseases in their daily practice, whereby colorectal cancer is the second most common malignant tumour, with almost 5000 new cases every year in Austria. The incidence of benign colon disorders requiring surgery (e.g. colon polyps, sigmoid diverticulitis) is also increasing. The first aim in colon surgery should be to avoid complications and if they occur to treat them properly. METHODS We basically distinguish between general and special complications. As general complications, prevention of malnutrition and support of the immune system should receive special attention. As the number of elderly patients increases, so does the risk not only of thrombembolic complications but also of critical cardiocirculatory situations, and renal and hepatic failure. Special complications depend either on the type of surgery (laparoscopic assisted, conventional open surgery) or the techniques employed (stapled, hand sutured). Handling of the tissue also plays a major role (e.g. dry versus wet pads). RESULTS Shortening of the postoperative stay decreases both hospital costs and the incidence of infections, meaning that minimally invasive surgery and postoperative "fast track nutrition" should be promoted. Emergency operations should be avoided (e.g. bridging through colonic stents), as morbidity and mortality are clearly increased in comparison to (semi-) elective operations. During the operation itself, new equipment and techniques (such as Ultracision®, Ligasure®) as well as a well coordinated team help to reduce complications and duration of surgery. CONCLUSIONS To avoid is better than to repair. If complications do occur, appropriate surgical and intensive - care measures should be taken immediately.
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- />Department of Pulmology, General Hospital Graz-West, Graz, Austria
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AIM: To investigate the therapeutic effectiveness of colonic exclusion and combined therapy for refractory constipation.
METHODS: Thirty-two patients with refractory constipation were randomly divided into treatment group (n = 14) and control group (n = 18). Fourteen patients in treatment group underwent colonic exclusion and end-to-side colorectal anastomosis. Eighteen patients in control group received subtotal colectomy and end-to-end colorectal anastomosis. The therapeutic effects of the operations were assessed by comparing the surgical time, incision length, volume of blood losses, hospital stay, recovery rate and complication incidence. All patients received long-term follow-up.
RESULTS: All operations were successful and patients recovered fully after the operations. In comparison of treatment group and control group, the surgical time (h), incision length (cm), volume of blood losses (mL), hospital stay (d) were 87 ± 16 min vs 194 ± 23 min (t = 9.85), 10.4 ± 0.5 cm vs 21.2 ± 1.8 cm (t = 14.26), 79.5 ± 31.3 mL vs 286.3 ± 49.2 mL (t = 17.24), and 11.8 ± 2.4 d vs 18.6 ± 2.6 d (t = 6.91), respectively (P < 0.001 for all). The recovery rate and complication incidence were 85.7% vs 88.9% (P = 0.14 > 0.05), 21.4% vs 33.3% (P = 0.73 > 0.05), respectively.
CONCLUSION: Colonic exclusion has better therapeutic efficacy on refractory constipation. It has many advantages such as shorter surgical time, smaller incision, fewer blood losses and shorter hospital stay.
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- Hong-Yun Peng
- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi Province, China.
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Chung EAL, Emmanuel AV. Gastrointestinal symptoms related to autonomic dysfunction following spinal cord injury. PROGRESS IN BRAIN RESEARCH 2006; 152:317-33. [PMID: 16198710 DOI: 10.1016/s0079-6123(05)52021-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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The impact of spinal cord injury on an individual's gastrointestinal tract function is often poorly understood by the general public and also by those involved with persons with spinal cord injury. This chapter reviews the anatomy, physiology and function of the gastrointestinal tract, with particular emphasis on neurological control mechanisms. In turn, it relates the effect that spinal cord injury has on the neurological control of the gastrointestinal tract. The symptoms that are encountered by patients in the acute phase following injury, and by individuals in the months/years after injury, with particular reference to the effect of altered autonomic nervous system control of the gastrointestinal tract, are discussed. Together with a following summary of current bowel management regimens and techniques, this chapter aims to provide an overall view of the effect that autonomic dysfunction due to spinal cord injury has on gastrointestinal function.
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- Eric A L Chung
- St Mark's Hospital, Northwick Park, Watford Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 3UJ, UK
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Kaidar-Person O, Rosen SA, Wexner SD. Pelvic outlet obstruction. CURRENT TREATMENT OPTIONS IN GASTROENTEROLOGY 2005; 8:337-45. [PMID: 16009035 DOI: 10.1007/s11938-005-0027-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Despite the wide variety of definitions and descriptions of constipation, ideally, the diagnostic approach should be uniform. The evaluation process should begin with a careful and thorough patient history and physical exam; appropriate efforts should be made to exclude organic causes of constipation. Patients suffering from pelvic outlet obstruction often respond poorly to conservative treatment. Diagnostic tests include intestinal transit studies, anorectal manometry, defecography, balloon expulsion, and anal sphincter electromyography. For many patients constipation is multifactorial and accordingly, so is the treatment. In our opinion the first line of treatment should be based on conservative measures including adequate intake of fluids, dietary fiber supplementation, and laxatives. Biofeedback training should be offered, particularly to patients with paradoxical puborectalis contraction. Surgical management can, in very limited circumstances, be offered only to those patients with disabling symptoms who have failed other standard therapeutic measures.
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- Orit Kaidar-Person
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, 2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, Weston, FL 33331, USA
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Sample C, Gupta R, Bamehriz F, Anvari M. Laparoscopic subtotal colectomy for colonic inertia. J Gastrointest Surg 2005; 9:803-8. [PMID: 15985235 DOI: 10.1016/j.gassur.2005.01.294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2004] [Revised: 12/13/2004] [Accepted: 01/14/2005] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Colonic inertia is an uncommon condition, usually occurring in women in the third decade of life. Severity of symptoms may lead some patients to a surgical consultation. This is a retrospective review of 14 patients who underwent laparoscopic subtotal colectomy for colonic inertia, performed by a single surgeon from August 1993 to November 2002. The mean age of the patients was 38.5 years (range 26-50 years); 93% of the patients were women. The common presenting symptoms included abdominal pain (93%), bloating (100%), constipation (100%), and nausea (57%). Median duration of symptoms before surgery was 4.5 years (range 1-30 years). Subtotal colectomy was completed laparoscopically in 13 patients. There was one conversion (7%) because of adhesions. Eleven patients (78.6%) had undergone previous abdominal surgery. The mean operating room time was 153 minutes (range 113-210 minutes). The median time to full bowel action was 2 days. One patient developed postoperative small bowel obstruction that required open exploration. Complete follow-up was available for 11 patients at a median follow-up of 18 months (range 2-96 months). Ninety-one percent of the patients reported excellent satisfaction with surgery, and their bowel movement frequency changed from 1.2 (+/-0.2) per week preoperatives to 17.2 (+/-2.9) per week postoperatively (P < 0.001). Three patients (27%) continued to report abdominal pain and 3 patients (27%) continued to require laxatives postoperatively. Laparoscopic subtotal colectomy provides excellent symptom relief in patients with colonic inertia who do not respond to medical measures.
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- Cliff Sample
- Centre for Minimal Access Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Gladman MA, Scott SM, Lunniss PJ, Williams NS. Systematic review of surgical options for idiopathic megarectum and megacolon. Ann Surg 2005; 241:562-74. [PMID: 15798457 PMCID: PMC1357059 DOI: 10.1097/01.sla.0000157140.69695.d3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVE A subgroup of patients with intractable constipation has persistent dilatation of the bowel, which in the absence of an organic cause is termed idiopathic megabowel (IMB). The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the published outcome data of surgical procedures for IMB in adults. METHODS Electronic searches of the MEDLINE (PubMed) database, Cochrane Library, EMBase, and Science Citation Index were performed. Only peer-reviewed articles of surgery for IMB published in the English language were evaluated. Studies of all surgical procedures were included, providing they were performed on 3 or more patients, and overall success rates were documented. Studies were critically appraised in terms of design and methodology, inclusion criteria, success, mortality and morbidity rates, and functional outcomes. RESULTS A total of 27 suitable studies were identified, all evidence was low quality obtained from case series, and there were no comparative studies. The studies involved small numbers of patients (median 12, range 3-50), without long-term follow-up (median 3 years, range 0.5-7). Inclusion of subjects, methods of data acquisition, and reporting of outcomes were extremely variable. Subtotal colectomy was successful in 71.1% (0%-100%) but was associated with significant morbidity related to bowel obstruction (14.5%, range 0%-29%). Segmental resection was successful in 48.4% (12.5%-100%), and recurrent symptoms were common (23.8%). Rectal procedures achieved a successful outcome in 71% to 87% of patients. Proctectomy, the Duhamel, and pull-through procedures were associated with significant mortality (3%-25%) and morbidity (6%-29%). Vertical reduction rectoplasty (VRR) offered promising short-term success (83%). Pelvic-floor procedures were associated with poor outcomes. A stoma provided a safe alternative but was only effective in 65% of cases. CONCLUSIONS Outcome data of surgery for IMB must be interpreted with extreme caution due to limitations of included studies. Recommendations based on firm evidence cannot be given, although colectomy appears to be the optimum procedure in patients with a nondilated rectum, restorative proctocolectomy the most suitable in those with dilatation of the colon and rectum, and VRR in those patients with dilatation confined to the rectum. Appropriately designed studies are required to make valid comparisons of the different procedures available.
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- Marc A Gladman
- Centre for Academic Surgery (Gastrointestinal Physiology Unit), Barts, London, UK
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Obstructed defecation is a common problem that adversely affects the quality of life for many patients. Known causes of obstructed defecation include pelvic dyssynergy, rectocele, rectal intussusception, enterocele, pelvic organ prolapse, and overt rectal prolapse. Management of this condition requires an understanding of urinary, defecatory, and sexual function to achieve optimal outcomes. The goal of surgical treatment is to restore the various pelvic organs to their appropriate anatomic positions. However, there is a poor correlation between anatomic and functional results. It must be remembered that the pelvis contains many structures and that defects of pelvic support or function frequently affect other pelvic organs. Optimal outcomes can be achieved only by selecting appropriate treatment modalities that address all of the components of an individual patient's problem.
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- C Neal Ellis
- Department of Surgery, University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL 36617, USA.
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Gladman MA, Williams NS, Scott SM, Ogunbiyi OA, Lunniss PJ. Medium-term results of vertical reduction rectoplasty and sigmoid colectomy for idiopathic megarectum. Br J Surg 2005; 92:624-30. [PMID: 15810056 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.4918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Vertical reduction rectoplasty (VRR) was devised specifically to address the physiological abnormalities present in the rectum of patients with idiopathic megarectum (IMR). This study evaluated the medium-term clinical and physiological results of VRR.
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VRR and sigmoid colectomy was performed in ten patients with IMR and constipation (six women). Patients were evaluated before and a median of 60 (range 28–74) months after surgery by assessment of symptoms using scoring systems and anorectal physiological measurements. Independent, detailed postoperative evaluation of rectal diameter, compliance, and sensory and evacuatory function was performed.
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There were no deaths or late complications. Symptoms recurred necessitating permanent ileostomy formation in two patients. Median (range) constipation scores improved from 22 (18–27) before to 10 (0–24) after surgery (P = 0·016). Median (range) bowel frequency increased from 1·5 (0·2–7) to 7 (0·5–21) per week (P = 0·016). Rectal diameter, compliance and sensory function were normal in seven of eight patients after surgery. Evacuatory function and colonic transit were each normalized in two of eight patients after VRR.
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VRR corrected rectal diameter, compliance and sensory function in most patients, and clinical benefit was sustained in the medium term. The procedure was associated with a low morbidity, and no mortality and should be considered in the surgical management of IMR.
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- M A Gladman
- Centre for Academic Surgery (Gastrointestinal Physiology Unit), St Bartholomew's and The Royal London Hospital, Queen Mary's School of Medicine and Dentistry, Whitechapel, London, UK
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- M A Benninga
- Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Emma Children's Hospital, Academic Medical Centre, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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OBJECTIVE To assess the results of stoma formation for functional bowel disease. METHODS A retrospective study of the indications for and complications of stoma formation in this group. A quality of life questionnaire was sent to the group. RESULTS A very small proportion of patients with functional bowel disease have a stoma formed (< 1%). Stoma formation is often associated with problems requiring further operations. Their QOL is reported as poor and is improved upon by stoma formation. Most patients with a temporary stoma elected to keep it rather than suffer their previous problems. CONCLUSION Some patients with functional bowel disease can be successfully managed by stoma formation. Their treatment is difficult, emotionally demanding and labour-intensive.
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- R P Harris
- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of South Manchester, Manchester, UK.
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Patients suffering from primary constipation often show symptom improvement with increased intake of fiber. Bulk laxatives are a core component of treatment if dietary fiber is unsuccessful in alleviating symptoms. Although there are a number of commercial laxative preparations available, only polyethylene glycol (PEG), an osmotic laxative, should be used on a daily basis. For the elderly, saline laxatives may be used on a regular basis, provided there are no cardiac or renal comorbid contraindications. Tegaserod, a 5-HT(4) partial receptor agonist, is approved for the treatment of constipation in female patients. The appropriate role of biofeedback remains to be determined. Surgery should be reserved for patients with slow transit constipation refractory to medical therapy. Patients being considered for surgery should be evaluated at institutions with substantial expertise in the investigation and management of this population.
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- Vijayamalini Pampati
- Division of Gastroenterology, Henry Ford Hospital, K-7, 2799 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202, USA
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Woodward MN, Foley P, Cusick EL. Colostomy for treatment of functional constipation in children: a preliminary report. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2004; 38:75-8. [PMID: 14676599 DOI: 10.1097/00005176-200401000-00017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Surgery is indicated in very few children with intractable functional constipation. A number of operations have been described with unpredictable outcome and significant morbidity. The authors present a series of 10 children who underwent a Hartmann procedure with end colostomy formation. METHOD Preoperative management, in addition to maximum conservative measures, included psychologic referral, rectal biopsy, transit studies, and contrast enemas. A standard Hartmann procedure was performed with on-table rectal washout, formation of a proximal sigmoid colostomy, limited anterior resection of hypertrophic proximal rectosigmoid, and oversewing of the rectal stump. RESULTS The series includes 10 pediatric patients (4 female, 6 male), in whom constipation was first reported at a median age of 3 years (range, 2 months-7 years) and surgical referral was made at 8 years (range, 1-14 years). Surgery was performed at a median age of 9.5 years (range, 2-15 years), and the median postoperative stay was 5 days (range, 4-9 days). Complications occurred in four patients (transient mild rectal discharge in 2, stomal prolapse in 1, and an unrelated small bowel obstruction in 1 patient with an additional Mitrofanoff stoma). Median postoperative follow-up was 31 months (range, 9-56 months), and the children and parents were all completely satisfied with the stoma. CONCLUSION Colostomy formation is a potential surgical option for severe functional constipation with low associated morbidity and high patient satisfaction.
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- Mark N Woodward
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, United Kingdom.
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Zbar AP, Lienemann A, Fritsch H, Beer-Gabel M, Pescatori M. Rectocele: pathogenesis and surgical management. Int J Colorectal Dis 2003; 18:369-84. [PMID: 12665990 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-003-0478-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 94] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/20/2003] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Rectocele is a common finding in patients with intractable evacuatory disorders. Although much rectocele surgery is conducted by gynecologists en passant with other forms of vaginal surgery, many reports lack appreciation of the importance of coincident anorectal symptoms, and do not report functional and clinical outcome data. The pathogenesis of rectocele is still controversial, as is the embryological and anatomical importance of the rectovaginal septum as well as recognizable defects in its integrity and its relevance in formal repair when rectocele is operated upon as the principal condition in patients with intractable evacuatory difficulty. DISCUSSION The investigation and surgical management of rectocele is controversial given the relatively small numbers of operated patients in any single specialist unit and the relative lack of prospective data concerning functional outcome in operated cases. The imaging of rectocele patients is currently in a state of change, and the newer diagnostic modalities including dynamic magnetic resonance imaging frequently display a multiplicity of pelvic floor disorders. When surgery is indicated, coloproctologists most commonly utilize an endorectal defect-specific repair, but there are few controlled randomized data regarding outcome and response criteria of specific symptoms with particular surgical approaches. A Medline-based literature search was conducted for this review to assess the clinical results of defect-specific rectocele repairs using the endorectal, transvaginal, transperineal, or combined approaches. Only the studies are included that report both pre- and postoperative symptoms including constipation, evacuatory difficulty, pelvic pain, the impression of a pelvic mass, fecal incontinence, dyspareunia or the need for assisted digitation to aid defecation. CONCLUSION The history of rectocele repair, its clinical and diagnostic features and the advantages, disadvantages and indications for the different surgical techniques are presented in this review. Suggested diagnostic and surgical therapeutic algorithms for management have been included. It is recommended that a multicenter controlled randomized trial comparing surgical approaches for symptomatic evacuatory dysfunction where rectocele is the principal abnormality should be conducted.
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- A P Zbar
- Department of Medicine and Clinical Research, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, University of the West Indies, Martindales Road, St. Michael, Barbados.
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Gladman MA, Scott SM, Williams NS, Lunniss PJ. Clinical and physiological findings, and possible aetiological factors of rectal hyposensitivity. Br J Surg 2003; 90:860-6. [PMID: 12854114 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.4103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Rectal hyposensitivity (RH) relates to insensitivity of the rectum on anorectal physiological investigation and appears common in functional bowel disorders. The clinical significance of this physiological abnormality is unclear. METHOD RH was defined as one or more sensory threshold volumes raised beyond the normal range (mean plus two standard deviations) on rectal balloon distension. Clinical information and results of other anorectal physiological investigations were evaluated in 261 patients with RH. RESULTS Patients with RH most commonly presented with constipation (48 per cent), constipation and incontinence in combination (27 per cent), or faecal incontinence (20 per cent). Thirty-eight per cent of patients had a history of previous pelvic surgery, 22 per cent a history of anal surgery and 13 per cent a history of spinal trauma. In patients with RH presenting with symptoms of constipation or incontinence, impaired rectal sensation was the only abnormality on physiological investigation in 48 per cent and 31 per cent respectively. CONCLUSION Patients with RH display marked heterogeneity in terms of presenting symptoms. The exact causes of RH are unknown, but there is evidence to suggest that pelvic nerve injury and spinal trauma are possible aetiological factors. RH appears important in the aetiology of both constipation and faecal incontinence, and may be useful as a predictor of surgical outcome.
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- M A Gladman
- Academic Department of Surgery and Gastrointestinal Physiology Unit, St Bartholomew's and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, London, UK.
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Park UC. Diagnosis and Management of Functional Evacuation Disorders. JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION 2003. [DOI: 10.5124/jkma.2003.46.7.581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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- Ung-Chae Park
- Department of General Surgery, Konkuk University College of Medicine, Chungju Konkuk University Hospital, Korea.
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Elton C, Makin G, Hitos K, Cohen CRG. Mortality, morbidity and functional outcome after ileorectal anastomosis. Br J Surg 2003; 90:59-65. [PMID: 12520576 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.4005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Total colectomy with an ileorectal anastomosis (IRA) is a commonly performed operation. Postoperative mortality and morbidity are reported to be low and functional outcome is generally rated as good to excellent. The aim of this study was to review postoperative mortality, morbidity and functional results in an effort to identify risk factors predictive of a poor outcome. METHODS Some 215 patients (118 women and 97 men) with a median age of 33 (interquartile range (i.q.r.) 25-47) years underwent an IRA between November 1990 and December 1999. Median follow-up was 2 years 9 months (i.q.r. 1-5 years). The clinical notes of these patients were reviewed retrospectively to analyse the postoperative course, bowel function and long-term clinical outcome. RESULTS The indications for surgery included familial adenomatous polyposis (52.1 per cent), Crohn's disease (14.4 per cent), functional bowel disorder (14.4 per cent), ulcerative colitis (8.4 per cent) and colonic carcinoma (4.7 per cent). The overall 30-day mortality and morbidity rates were 0.9 and 26.0 per cent respectively. This included anastomotic leak (6.5 per cent), small bowel obstruction (14.4 per cent), fistula (2.8 per cent) and anastomotic stricture (1.4 per cent). The incidence of fistula and anastomotic stricture was significantly higher in Crohn's disease (P < 0.001 and P = 0.005 respectively). Only 16 of 31 patients with Crohn's disease had a functioning IRA at long-term follow-up. Median stool frequency was 3 (i.q.r. 3-5) per day one year following surgery and did not change with longer follow-up. CONCLUSION Mortality and morbidity rates following IRA are low. Postoperative fistula and anastomotic stricture are more common in patients with Crohn's disease, approximately half of whom will eventually need a permanent ileostomy. Long-term bowel function for all groups is satisfactory.
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- C Elton
- Department of Surgery, St Mark's Hospital, Harrow, UK.
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Verne GN, Hocking MP, Davis RH, Howard RJ, Sabetai MM, Mathias JR, Schuffler MD, Sninsky CA. Long-term response to subtotal colectomy in colonic inertia. J Gastrointest Surg 2002; 6:738-44. [PMID: 12399064 DOI: 10.1016/s1091-255x(02)00022-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to determine the long-term outcome of patients who had previously undergone subtotal colectomy for severe idiopathic constipation at the University of Florida between 1983 and 1987. In addition, we aimed to determine whether preoperative motility abnormalities of the upper gastrointestinal tract are more common among those patients who have significant postoperative complications after subtotal colectomy. We evaluated 13 patients who underwent subtotal colectomy for refractory constipation between 1983 and 1987 at the University of Florida. Preoperatively, all patients exhibited a pattern consistent with colonic inertia as demonstrated by means of radiopaque markers. Each patient was asked to quantitate the pain intensity and frequency of their bowel movements before and after surgery. In seven patients an ileosigmoid anastomosis was performed, whereas in six patients an ileorectal anastomosis was used. Abdominal pain decreased after subtotal colectomy. Patients with abnormal upper gastrointestinal motility preoperatively experienced greater postoperative pain than those with normal motility regardless of the type of anastomosis. In addition, the number of postoperative surgeries was similar in those patients with abnormal upper motility compared to those with normal motility. Overall, the total number of bowel movements per week increased from 0.5 +/- 0.03 preoperatively to 15 +/- 4.5 (P < 0.007) postoperatively. The results of our study suggest that patients with isolated colonic inertia have a better long-term outcome from subtotal colectomy than patients with additional upper gastrointestinal motility abnormalities associated with their colonic inertia.
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- G Nicholas Verne
- Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gastroenterology Section, Department of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32608, USA.
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Megacolon is a condition that is not uncommon in the cat. Most cases are idiopathic (a cause cannot be determined), and these seem to be a result of colonic inertia. Pelvic fracture malunions are the next most common cause and result in a pelvic outlet obstruction. Total or subtotal colectomy offers good long-term results in cases of idiopathic megacolon and chronic cases of pelvic fracture malunion, and the technique is described in detail.
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- Robert W Bertoy
- Veterinary Surgical Service, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762, USA.
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