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Meyer VM, Bosch N, van der Heijden JAG, Kalkdijk-Dijkstra AJ, Pierie JPEN, Beets GL, Broens PMA, Klarenbeek BR, van Westreenen HL. Long-Term Functional Outcome After Early vs. Late Stoma Closure in Rectal Cancer Surgery: Sub-analysis of the Multicenter FORCE Trial. J Gastrointest Cancer 2024; 55:1266-1273. [PMID: 38922517 PMCID: PMC11347459 DOI: 10.1007/s12029-024-01062-2] [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: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to assess the effect of early stoma closure on bowel function after low anterior resection (LAR) for rectal cancer. METHODS Patients participating in the FORCE trial who underwent LAR with protective stoma were included in this study. Patients were subdivided into an early closure group (< 3 months) and late closure group (> 3 months). Endpoints of this study were the Wexner Incontinence, low anterior resection syndrome (LARS), EORTC QLQ-CR29, and fecal incontinence quality of life (FIQL) scores at 1 year. RESULTS Between 2017 and 2020, 38 patients had received a diverting stoma after LAR for rectal cancer and could be included. There was no significant difference in LARS (31 vs. 30, p = 0.63) and Wexner score (6.2 vs. 5.8, p = 0.77) between the early and late closure groups. Time to stoma closure in days was not a predictor for LARS (R2 = 0.001, F (1,36) = 0.049, p = 0.83) or Wexner score (R2 = 0.008, F (1,36) = 0.287, p = 0.60) after restored continuity. There was no significant difference between any of the FIQL domains of lifestyle, coping, depression, and embarrassment. In the EORTC QLQ-29, body image scored higher in the late closure group (21.3 vs. 1.6, p = 0.004). CONCLUSION Timing of stoma closure does not appear to affect long-term bowel function and quality of life, except for body image. To improve functional outcome, attention should be focused on other contributing factors.
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- V M Meyer
- Dept of Surgery, Isala Hospitals, Dokter Van Heesweg 2, 8025 AB, Zwolle, The Netherlands.
- Dept of Surgery, University Medical Center Groningen, PO Box 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, The Netherlands.
- GROW School for Oncology and Developmental Biology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Dept of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Geert Grooteplein Zuid 10, 6525GA, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Dept of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Geert Grooteplein Zuid 10, 6525GA, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Dept of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Geert Grooteplein Zuid 10, 6525GA, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Post Graduate School of Medicine (PGSOM), University Medical Center Groningen and University of Groningen, PO Box 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, The Netherlands
- Dept of Surgery, Medical Center Leeuwarden, Henri Dunantweg 2, 8934 AD, Leeuwarden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- GROW School for Oncology and Developmental Biology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Dept of Surgery, University Medical Center Groningen, PO Box 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Dept of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Geert Grooteplein Zuid 10, 6525GA, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Dept of Surgery, Isala Hospitals, Dokter Van Heesweg 2, 8025 AB, Zwolle, The Netherlands
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Tramontano S, Sarno G, Iacone B, Luciano A, Giordano A, Bracale U. Early versus late closure of protective loop ileostomy: functional significant results in a preliminary analysis. Minerva Surg 2024; 79:435-442. [PMID: 38757889 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-5691.24.10305-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
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BACKGROUND Protective loop ileostomy (PLI), commonly performed in rectal cancer surgery, is one of the most reliable methods to reduce the risk of sepsis associated with anastomotic complications. The correct timing of PLI closure is not well defined. Recently, most surgeons proposed to close early the PLI. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of the timing of stoma closure on postoperative outcomes. METHODS We analyzed prospectively data of patients who received PLI anterior resection for rectal cancer between January 2020 to June 2022. Patients were divided into 2 groups according to the timing of stoma closure, until four weeks (EC group) and more than four weeks (LC group). Outpatient clinic follow-up, perioperative data, postoperative complications and evidence of anterior resection syndrome with the Low-Anterior Resection Score (LARS) score were recorded. RESULTS In the EC group 24 patients were included while 27 patients were considered for LC group. There were no differences between the groups with respect to all parameters, except for recourse to adjuvant therapy, higher for LC group. Perioperative analyzed characteristics were similar among groups. There was no statistically significant difference between the EC group and the LC group for complication rate. LARS score was higher in the LC group for score >20 and >30. CONCLUSIONS Timing of PLI closure was not a significant independent predictor of post-closure complications rate. LARS incidence was significantly related to longer time of closure, with probably late recovery of motility function, but this should be confirmed by randomized studies.
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- Salvatore Tramontano
- General and Emergency Surgical Unit, Fucito Hospital, San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona University Hospital, Salerno, Italy -
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- General and Emergency Surgical Unit, Fucito Hospital, San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona University Hospital, Salerno, Italy
- Department of Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgical Unit, Fucito Hospital, San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona University Hospital, Salerno, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgical Unit, Fucito Hospital, San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona University Hospital, Salerno, Italy
- Department of Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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Boissieras L, Harji D, Celerier B, Rullier E, Denost Q. TAilored SToma policY after TME for rectal cancer: The TASTY approach. Colorectal Dis 2024. [PMID: 39031928 DOI: 10.1111/codi.17095] [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: 08/09/2022] [Revised: 06/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 07/22/2024]
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AIM Diverting stomas are routinely used in restorative surgery following total mesorectal exicision (TME) for rectal cancer to mitigate the clinical risks of anastomotic leakage (AL). However, routine diverting stomas are associated with their own complication profile and may not be required in all patients. A tailored approach based on personalized risk of AL and selective use of diverting stoma may be more appropriate. The aim of the TAilored SToma policY (TASTY) project was to design and pilot a standardized, tailored approach to diverting stoma in low rectal cancer. METHOD A mixed-methods approach was employed. Phase I externally validated the anastomotic failure observed risk score (AFORS). We compared the observed rate of AL in our cohort to the theoretical, predicted risk of the AFORS score. To identify the subset of patients who would benefit from early closure of the diverting stoma using C-reactive protein (CRP) we calculated the Youden index. Phase II designed the TASTY approach based on the results of Phase I. This was evaluated within a second prospective cohort study in patients undergoing TME for rectal cancer between April 2018 and April 2020. RESULTS A total of 80 patients undergoing TME surgery for rectal cancer between 2016 and 2018 participated in the external validation of the AFORS score. The overall observed AL rate in this cohort of patients was 17.5% (n = 14). There was a positive correlation between the predicted and observed rates of AL using the AFORS score. Using ROC curves, we calculated a CRP cutoff value of 115 mg/L on postoperative day 2 for AL with a sensitivity of 86% and a negative predictive value of 96%. The TASTY approach was designed to allocate patients with a low risk AFORS score to primary anastomosis with no diverting stoma and high risk AFORS score patients to a diverting stoma, with early closure at 8-14 days, if CRP values and postoperative CT were satisfactory. The TASTY approach was piloted in 122 patients, 48 (39%) were identified as low risk (AFORS score 0-1) and 74 (61%) were considered as high risk (AFORS score 2-6). The AL rate was 10% in the low-risk cohort of patient compared to 23% in the high-risk cohort of patients, p = 0.078 The grade of Clavien-Dindo morbidity was equivalent. The incidence of major LARS was lowest in the no stoma cohort at 3 months (p = 0.014). CONCLUSION This study demonstrates the feasibility and safety of employing a selective approach to diverting stoma in patients with a low anastomosis following TME surgery for rectal cancer.
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- Bordeaux Colorectal Institute, Bordeaux, France
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- Colorectal Surgery, CHU Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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Borejsza-Wysocki M, Szmyt K, Jeske P, Bobkiewicz A, Ledwosiński W, Banasiewicz T, Krokowicz Ł. Analysis of risk factors for surgical site infection and other postoperative complications in patients following loop ileostomy reversal. POLISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY 2024; 96:44-49. [PMID: 39138989 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.4604] [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] [Indexed: 08/15/2024]
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<b>Introduction:</b> Loop ileostomy reversal (LIR) procedure is still associated with a relatively high risk of complications. Surgical site infection (SSI) is the most common complication in this group of patients. SSI leads to prolonged hospital stays, delays the adjuvant therapy, and increases hospital costs.<b>Aim:</b> The aim of the study was to analyze the risk factors for SSI in patients following loop ileostomy reversal procedure.<b>Material and methods:</b> A single-center retrospective analysis was conducted in a tertiary reference center. Finally, 65 patients following loop ileostomy reversal procedure performed between 2018 and 2022 were enrolled in the study. Data were collected retrospectively based on the available medical charts. The study group comprised 23 women (35%) and 42 men (65%) with a mean age of 48.9 14.5 years and a mean body mass index of 24.3 4.9 kg/m<sup>2</sup> . The most common indication for index surgery was ulcerative colitis (33%) and colorectal cancer (29%). Preferably, handsewn anastomosis was performed (n = 42; 64.6%).<b>Results:</b> The most important parameter evaluated in the above study was the diagnosis of surgical site infection, which influenced e.g. hospitalization after surgery, the need for antibiotic therapy, or C-reactive protein (CRP) values. Nine patients (13.8%) were diagnosed with SSI during their hospital stay (more than 86% without SSI). In the group with SSI, hospital stay exceeded 13 days compared to almost 6 days in the group without SSI (P = 0.00009). The time of the procedure had a statistically significant correlation with antibiotic therapy introduction (P = 0.01). The type of intestinal anastomosis had a significant impact on the operative time (P = 0.0011) and the time of hospital stay after surgery (P = 0.04).<b>Conclusions:</b> Most of the analyzed clinical factors were directly related to the impact on the duration of postoperative hospitalization. The duration of hospitalization is an independent and undeniable factor increasing the risk of other postoperative complications and significantly increasing the cost of hospitalization. Another factor that has a large clinical impact on postoperative treatment is the presence of comorbidities which make patients more likely to develop SSI, CRP increase, or the need for antibiotic therapy. An important factor was the level of CRP, the elevated value of which may be a predictor of many negative aspects in postoperative treatment.
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- Maciej Borejsza-Wysocki
- Department of General, Endocrine and Gastroenterological Oncology Surgery, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poland
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- Department of General, Endocrinological Surgery and Gastroenterological Oncology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poland
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- Department of General, Endocrinological Surgery and Gastroenterological Oncology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poland
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- Department of General, Endocrine and Gastroenterological Oncology Surgery, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poland
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- Department of General, Endocrinological Surgery and Gastroenterological Oncology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poland
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- Department of General, Endocrinological Surgery and Gastroenterological Oncology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poland
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- Department of General, Endocrinological Surgery and Gastroenterological Oncology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poland
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Emile SH, Horesh N, Garoufalia Z, Gefen R, Ray-Offor E, Wexner SD. Outcomes of Early Versus Standard Closure of Diverting Ileostomy After Proctectomy: Meta-analysis and Meta-regression Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Ann Surg 2024; 279:613-619. [PMID: 37788345 DOI: 10.1097/sla.0000000000006109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to compare outcomes of early and standard closure of diverting loop ileostomy (DLI) after proctectomy and determine risk factors for anastomotic leak (AL) and complications. BACKGROUND Formation of DLI has been a routine practice after proctectomy to decrease the incidence and potential adverse sequela of AL. METHODS PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compared outcomes of early versus standard closure of DLI after proctectomy. Main outcome measures were postoperative complications, AL, ileus, surgical site infection, reoperation, readmission, and hospital stay following DLI closure. RESULTS Eleven RCTs (932 patients; 57% male) were included. Early closure group included 474 patients and standard closure 458 patients. Early closure was associated with higher odds of AL [odds ratio (OR): 2.315, P =0.013] and similar odds of complications (OR: 1.103, P =0.667), ileus (OR: 1.307, P =0.438), surgical site infection (OR: 1.668, P =0.079), reoperation (OR: 1.896, P =0.062), and readmission (OR: 3.431, P =0.206). Hospital stay was similar (weighted mean difference: 1.054, P =0.237). Early closure had higher odds of AL than standard closure when early closure was done ≤2 weeks (OR: 2.12, P =0.047) but not within 3 to 4 weeks (OR: 2.98, P =0.107). Factors significantly associated with complications after early closure were diabetes mellitus, smoking, and closure of DLI ≤2 weeks, whereas factors associated with AL were ≥ American Society of Anesthesiologists II classification and diabetes mellitus. CONCLUSIONS Early closure of DLI after proctectomy has a higher risk of AL, particularly within 2 weeks of DLI formation. On the basis of this study, routine early ileostomy closure cannot be recommended.
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- Sameh Hany Emile
- Ellen Leifer Shulman and Steven Shulman Digestive Disease Center, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, General Surgery Department, Mansoura University Hospitals, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Ellen Leifer Shulman and Steven Shulman Digestive Disease Center, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL
- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel
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- Ellen Leifer Shulman and Steven Shulman Digestive Disease Center, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL
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- Ellen Leifer Shulman and Steven Shulman Digestive Disease Center, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL
- Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Organization, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
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- Ellen Leifer Shulman and Steven Shulman Digestive Disease Center, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL
- Department of Surgery, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria
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- Ellen Leifer Shulman and Steven Shulman Digestive Disease Center, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL
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Blanco Terés L, Cerdán Santacruz C, Correa Bonito A, Delgado Búrdalo L, Rodríguez Sánchez A, Bermejo Marcos E, García Septiem J, Martín Pérez E. Early diverting stoma closure is feasible and safe: results from a before-and-after study on the implementation of an early closure protocol at a tertiary referral center. Tech Coloproctol 2024; 28:32. [PMID: 38349559 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-023-02905-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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BACKGROUND Evidence on early closure (EC) of defunctioning stoma (DS) after colorectal surgery shows a favorable effect when patients are carefully selected. Therefore, a clinical pathway adapted to the implementation of an EC strategy was developed in our center. The aim of this study was to carry out a comparative analysis of time until DS closure and DS-related morbidity before and after the implementation of an EC protocol (ECP). METHODS This study is a before-and-after comparative analysis. Patients were divided into two cohorts according to the observational period: patients from the period before the ECP implementation (January 2015-December 2019) [Period 1] and those from the period after that (January 2020-December 2022) [Period 2]. All consecutive patients subjected to elective DS closure within both periods were eligible. Early closure was defined as the reversal within 30 days from DS creation. Patients excluded from EC or those not closed within 30 days since primary surgery were analyzed as late closure (LC). Baseline characteristics and DS-related morbidity were recorded. RESULTS A total of 145 patients were analyzed. Median time with DS was shorter in patients after ECP implementation [42 (21-193) days versus 233 (137-382) days, p < 0.001]. This reduction in time to closure did not impact the DS closure morbidity and resulted in less DS morbidity (68.8% versus 49.2%, p = 0.017) and fewer stoma nurse visits (p = 0.029). CONCLUSIONS The ECP was able to significantly reduce intervals to restoration of bowel continuity in patients with DS, which in turn resulted in a direct impact on the reduction of DS morbidity without negatively affecting DS closure morbidity.
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- L Blanco Terés
- General Surgery Unit, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-IP), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Madrid, Spain.
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- General Surgery Unit, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-IP), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Madrid, Spain
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- General Surgery Unit, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-IP), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Madrid, Spain
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- General Surgery Unit, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-IP), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Madrid, Spain
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- General Surgery Unit, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-IP), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Madrid, Spain
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- General Surgery Unit, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-IP), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Madrid, Spain
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- General Surgery Unit, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-IP), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Madrid, Spain
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- General Surgery Unit, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-IP), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Madrid, Spain
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Blanco N, Oliva I, Tejedor P, Pastor E, Alvarellos A, Pastor C, Baixauli J, Arredondo J. ILEOSTIM trial: a study protocol to evaluate the effectiveness of efferent loop stimulation before ileostomy reversal. Tech Coloproctol 2023; 27:1251-1256. [PMID: 37106220 PMCID: PMC10638139 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-023-02807-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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PURPOSE A protective loop ileostomy is the most useful method to reduce sequelae in the event of an anastomotic leakage (AL) after rectal cancer surgery. However, it requires an additional stoma reversal surgery with its own potential complications. Postoperative ileus (POI) remains the most common complication after ileostomy reversal, which leads to an increase in morbidity, length of hospital stay (LOS) and overall healthcare costs. Several retrospective studies carried out in this field have concluded that there are insufficient evidence-based recommendations about the routine application of preoperative bowel stimulation in clinical practice. Here we discuss whether stimulation of the efferent limb before ileostomy reversal might reduce POI and improve postoperative outcomes. METHODS This is a multicentre randomised controlled trial to determine whether mechanical stimulation of the efferent limb during the 2 weeks before the ileostomy reversal would help to reduce the development of POI after surgery. This study was registered on Clinicaltrials.gov (NCT05302557). Stimulation will consist of infusing a solution of 500 ml of saline chloride solution mixed with a thickening agent (Resource©, Nestlé Health Science; 6.4 g sachet) into the distal limb of the ileostomy loop. This will be performed within the 2 weeks before ileostomy reversal, in an outpatient clinic under the supervision of a trained stoma nurse. CONCLUSION The results of this study could provide some insights into the preoperative management of these patients.
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- N Blanco
- Department of General Surgery, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Av. Pío XII 36, 31008, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain
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- Department of General Surgery, University Hospital of León, León, Spain
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- Department of General Surgery, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of General Surgery, University Hospital of León, León, Spain
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- Department of General Surgery, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of General Surgery, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of General Surgery, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Av. Pío XII 36, 31008, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain
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- Department of General Surgery, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Av. Pío XII 36, 31008, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain.
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Tsai KY, You JF, Huang SH, Tsai TY, Hsieh PS, Lai CC, Tsai WS, Hung HY. Comparison of clinical outcomes of stoma reversal during versus after chemotherapy for rectal cancer patients. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:274. [PMID: 37438486 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-03014-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2023] [Indexed: 07/14/2023]
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PURPOSE The optimal timing of stoma closure during or after adjuvant chemotherapy for rectal cancer patients undergoing sphincter-preserving surgery remains unknown. This study aimed to investigate the influence of clinical and oncological outcomes depending on the timing of stoma closure. METHODS Between January 2006 and December 2015, we enrolled 244 consecutive rectal cancer patients who underwent curative-intent sphincter-preserving surgery with diverting transverse colostomy and adjuvant chemotherapy. Patients with stoma closure during (During group) adjuvant chemotherapy were compared to those who had stoma closure after adjuvant chemotherapy (After group). RESULTS Parastomal hernia occurred more frequently in the after group than in the during group. (10% vs. 2.9%, p = 0.028). Overall, no significant difference was observed in overall survival (OS) or disease-free survival (DFS) between the two groups (p = 0.911 for OS, p = 0.505 for DFS). However, an inferior OS occurred if reopen surgery was performed within 30 days of stoma closure in the during group, as compared with the after group (p = 0.004). In addition, a marginally poor DFS was observed in the group of patients who received further operations due to 30-day stoma closure complications compared to the other patients (p = 0.07). CONCLUSIONS For rectal cancer patients who underwent sphincter-preserving surgery, attention should be given to avoid 30-day major complications after stoma reversal because patients who require reoperation during adjuvant chemotherapy may have poor long-term survival.
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- Kun-Yu Tsai
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, 33305, Taiwan
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, New Taipei Municipal TuCheng Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, 33305, Taiwan
- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, 33305, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, 33305, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, 33305, Taiwan
- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, 33305, Taiwan
- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, 33305, Taiwan
- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, 33305, Taiwan.
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, New Taipei Municipal TuCheng Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan.
- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan City, Taiwan.
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Ahmadi-Amoli H, Rahimi M, Abedi-Kichi R, Ebrahimian N, Hosseiniasl SM, Hajebi R, Rahimpour E. Early closure compared to late closure of temporary ileostomy in rectal cancer: a randomized controlled trial study. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:234. [PMID: 37316696 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-02934-0] [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] [Received: 07/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND A temporary loop ileostomy is one of the most common methods for the prevention of anastomotic leakage in rectal cancer patients who underwent low anterior resection. However, the optimal timing of loop ileostomy reversal remains unknown. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the debilitating complications caused by early closure of ileostomy in comparison with late closure in rectal cancer patients. DESIGN A randomized, controlled, unblinded, and monocentric trial. METHODS A total of 104 rectal cancer patients were randomly assigned to the case group of early closure of ileostomy (n = 50) and the control group of late closure of ileostomy (n = 54). This trial was undertaken in a single colorectal institution, a university-affiliated teaching hospital in Tehran, Iran. Randomization and allocation to the trial group were conducted by using variable block randomization based on quadruple numbers. The primary endpoint of this trial was determined by the complications of early ileostomy closure versus those of late closure in rectal cancer patients who had undergone low anterior resection. In early closure, loop ileostomy is reversed 2-3 weeks after the first two courses of adjuvant chemotherapy, while in late closure, the ileostomy is reversed 2-3 weeks after the last course of adjuvant chemotherapy. RESULTS Follow-up of 1 year demonstrated a reduction in the risk of complications and an improved quality of life in patients with rectal cancer following low anterior resection and chemotherapy (neoadjuvant and adjuvant) in the case group but did not reach a significant difference (p = 0.555). In addition, there was no significant difference in perioperative outcomes, such as blood loss, operative time, readmission, and reoperation; also, no statistically significant differences were reported between the groups in patients' quality of life or LARS score. CONCLUSION In summary, it seems that early closure of ileostomy is not better than late closure in improving patients' quality of life with rectal cancer following low anterior resection and chemotherapy (neoadjuvant and adjuvant); no statistical difference was observed for reduction of risk of ostomy complications. Thus, neither of these methods (early closure versus late closure) is superior to the other, and controversy still exists. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER AND DATE OF REGISTRATION IRCT20201113049373N1.
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- Hadi Ahmadi-Amoli
- Department of Surgery, Sina Hospital, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Rajaee Cardiovascular Medical and Research Centre, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Surgery, Sina Hospital, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Surgery, Sina Hospital, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Surgery, Sina Hospital, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Surgery, Sina Hospital, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
- Sina Hospital, Hassan Abad Square, Imam Khomeini Street, Isfahan, Iran.
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Ellebæk MB, Perdawood SK, Steenstrup S, Khalaf S, Kundal J, Möller S, Bang JC, Støvring J, Qvist N. Early versus late reversal of diverting loop ileostomy in rectal cancer surgery: a multicentre randomized controlled trial. Sci Rep 2023; 13:5818. [PMID: 37037856 PMCID: PMC10085999 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-33006-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2022] [Accepted: 04/05/2023] [Indexed: 04/12/2023] Open
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Diverting loop ileostomy has become routine in low anterior resection (LAR) for rectal cancer. The optimal time for stoma reversal is controversial. The aim of the present study was to compare the results after planned early (within 8-12 days) versus late (> 3 months) stoma reversal. The primary outcomes were morbidity and mortality, as measured by the Comprehensive Complication Index (CCI) within 30 days after stoma reversal, and the secondary outcomes were morbidity and mortality within 90 days after LAR. This was a multicentre trial including all patients scheduled for anterior low resection for rectal cancer with curative intent. Inclusion period was from April 2011 to December 2018. All patients were randomized 1:1 prior to surgery. Among 257 consecutive and eligible patients, a total of 214 patients were randomized: 107 patients to early stoma reversal and 107 to late reversal. A total of 68 patients were excluded for various reasons, and 146 patients completed the study, with 77 in the early reversal group and 69 in the late reversal group. The patients were asked to complete the Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index before surgery (baseline) and at 6 and 12 months after LAR. Ostomy-related complications were evaluated by dedicated ostomy staff using the validated DET score. ClinicalTrials Identifier: NCT01865071. Fifty-three patients (69%) in the early reversal group and 60 patients (87%) in the late reversal group received the intended treatment. There were no significant differences in CCI within 90 days after index surgery with the LAR and within 30 days after stoma reversal between the two groups. There were no differences in patient-reported quality of life but significantly more stoma-related complications in the late reversal group. A total of 5 patients experienced anastomotic leakage (AL) after stoma reversal, 4 in the early reversal group and one in the late reversal group. Early and late stoma reversal showed similar outcomes in terms of overall complications and quality of life. The risk of developing anastomotic leakage after early ostomy reversal is a concern.
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- Mark Bremholm Ellebæk
- Research Unit of Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark.
- OPEN, Open Patient Data Explorative Network, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark.
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark.
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- Research Unit of Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Research Unit of Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Research Unit of Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- OPEN, Open Patient Data Explorative Network, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital South West Jutland, Esbjerg, Denmark
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- Research Unit of Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Technical Considerations in Stoma Reversal. SEMINARS IN COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.scrs.2023.100957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/17/2023]
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Peltrini R, Magno G, Pacella D, Iacone B, Rizzuto A, Bracale U, Corcione F. Postoperative Morbidity Following Loop Ileostomy Reversal after Primary Elective or Urgent Surgery: A Retrospective Study with 145 Patients. J Clin Med 2023; 12:452. [PMID: 36675381 PMCID: PMC9866519 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12020452] [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: 11/30/2022] [Revised: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Temporary loop ileostomy is usually performed to protect distal anastomosis or to treat urgent surgical cases. The aim of this study is to evaluate whether, after primary urgent stoma construction, patients undergoing ileostomy reversal have different postoperative outcomes compared with patients who have protective stoma performed in an elective setting. A retrospective observational study was conducted including patients who underwent ileostomy reversal. Baseline patient characteristics and perioperative outcomes were collected in a single database. The overall morbidity rate during recovery was fixed as a primary outcome. Between 2011 and 2021, the complete data records of 145 patients were evaluated. After ileostomy reversal, the postoperative morbidity rate did not differ between groups (14.4% vs. 11.5%, p = 0.790). Even considering each complication, such as ileus, small bowel obstruction, bleeding and wound infection, no significant difference was detected. Similarly, the time to first flatus was 2.25 ± 1.24 vs. 2.1 ± 0.99 (p = 0.379) and the length of hospital stay was 5.43 ± 3.03 vs. 5.84 ± 5.15 (p = 0.568). The only significant factor associated with postoperative complications on logistic regression analysis was the presence of comorbidities (OR 4.49; 95% CI 1.19-29.4, p = 0.05). In the present cohort of patients, there was no difference in the postoperative complication rate after stoma closure following elective or urgent indication for surgery.
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- Roberto Peltrini
- Department of Public Health, Federico II University Hospital, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Federico II University Hospital, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Federico II University Hospital, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Federico II University Hospital, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Science, University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Federico II University Hospital, 80131 Naples, Italy
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Holmer C. Frühzeitige Ileostoma-Rückverlagerung nach Rektumresektion. COLOPROCTOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00053-022-00666-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Climent M, Biondo S. Ileostomy closure: is timing of the essence? Tech Coloproctol 2022; 26:847-849. [PMID: 35941259 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-022-02673-2] [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: 11/24/2022]
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- M Climent
- Colorectal Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, Bellvitge University Hospital, University of Barcelona, and IDIBELL (Bellvitge Biomedical Investigation Institute), C/Feixa Llarga S/N, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, 08907, Barcelona, Spain
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- Colorectal Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, Bellvitge University Hospital, University of Barcelona, and IDIBELL (Bellvitge Biomedical Investigation Institute), C/Feixa Llarga S/N, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, 08907, Barcelona, Spain.
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Plastiras A, Korkolis D, Frountzas M, Theodoropoulos G. The effect of anastomotic leak on postoperative pelvic function and quality of life in rectal cancer patients. Discov Oncol 2022; 13:52. [PMID: 35751713 PMCID: PMC9233722 DOI: 10.1007/s12672-022-00518-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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AIM The aim of this review was to collect all available literature data analysing the effects of the anastomotic leak (AL) on post-sphincter preserving rectal cancer surgery bowel and urogenital function as well as to quality of life (QoL) dimensions. METHODS A literature search of the PubMed and Embase electronic databases was conducted by two independent investigators and all studies using either functional parameters or QoL as a primary or secondary endpoint after a rectal cancer surgery AL were included. RESULTS Amongst the 13 identified studies focusing on the post-AL neorecto-anal function, 3 case-matched studies,3 comparative studies and 1 population-based study supported the deleterious effects of the AL on bowel function, with disturbances of the types of high bowel movement frequency, urgency and increased incontinent episodes to predominate. At one case-matched study the Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS) score was inferior in the AL patients. At limited under-powered studies, urinary frequency, reduced male sexual activity and female dyspareunia may be linked to a prior AL. According to two QoL-targeted detailed studies, QoL disturbances, such as physical and emotional function difficulties may persist up to 3 years after the AL occurrence. CONCLUSIONS AL may have adverse effects on postoperative pelvic function and QoL in rectal cancer patients. As evidenced by this literature review, the limited reports on this intriguing topic may trigger the initiative for planning and undertaking larger, multicentre studies on rectal cancer patients with varying degrees of AL severity.
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- Aris Plastiras
- Department of Surgical Oncology, St Savvas Oncologic Centre of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, St Savvas Oncologic Centre of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Colorectal Unit, First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Medical School of National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Hippocration Hospital, 114 Vas Sofias Ave, 11527, Athens, Greece
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- Colorectal Unit, First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Medical School of National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Hippocration Hospital, 114 Vas Sofias Ave, 11527, Athens, Greece.
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Cerdán-Santacruz C, Vailati BB, São Julião GP, Habr-Gama A, Pérez RO. Watch and wait: Why, to whom and how. Surg Oncol 2022; 43:101774. [DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2022.101774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2022] [Accepted: 04/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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