Ligation of the intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT) to treat anal fistula: early results from a prospective observational study.

abstract：:The aim of this study was to evaluate the role of ayurvedic setons in the treatment of low fistula-in-ano. One hundred and eight patients were randomised into either conventional fistulotomy (F) or ayurvedic cutting seton insertion (C). Endpoints investigated included time to wound healing and complications of surgery...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Ho KS,Tsang C,Seow-Choen F,Ho YH,Tang CL,Heah SM,Eu KW

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Early detection of colorectal anastomotic leakage (AL) may lead to better outcome. AL may be preceded by change in local metabolism and local ischaemia. Microdialysis of the peritoneal cavity is able to measure these changes in real-time and is minimally invasive. The aim of this prospective cohort study was...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Daams F,Wu Z,Cakir H,Karsten TM,Lange JF

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Foramen needle electrode placement for percutaneous nerve evaluation (PNE) is currently carried out while observing the somatic motor response. This study investigated electrode placement while observing the autonomic as well as the somatic response. METHODS:A consecutive series of ten patients (seven women...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Kneist W,Kauff DW,Schröder M,Koch KP,Lang H

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stapled hemorrhoidopexy is a widely used surgical technique for treating hemorrhoids, although severe complications have been reported. The authors report a rare case of extensive ascending intramural hematoma of the sigmoid colon complicating stapled hemorrhoidopexy, with perforation and hemoperitoneum. Diagnosis was...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： De Santis G,Gola P,Lancione L,Sista F,Pietroletti R,Leardi S

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In theory, perioperative detection of lymph nodes with the injection of isosulfan blue dye should provide lymph road mapping (LRM) able to direct the resection. However, there is no supporting evidence for this theory in cases of colon cancer. We reanalysed all operative reports using the sentinel lymph node...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Lo Dico R,Lasser P,Goérè D,Malka D,Boige V,Pocard M

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study is to review the time between formation and closure of loop ileostomies following total mesorectal excision in patients with rectal cancer. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A retrospective study of 170 patients who underwent low anterior resection for rectal cancer, between 1990 and 2009. Loop ileostomie...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Vrakas G,Pramateftakis MG,Kanellos D,Sapidis S,Hatzigianni P,Tsachalis T,Kanellos I,Lazaridis Ch

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Laparoscopic colectomy for cancer is increasingly practiced worldwide in the last 2 decades. However, due to procedural complexity, laparoscopic rectal cancer excision had not proceeded at a similar pace. This article deals with the technique of laparoscopic anterior resection. Resection of rectosigmoid or upper recta...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Cheung HY,Chung CC,Li MK

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 44-year-old man presented with a large and rapidly growing skin lesion approximately six months after resection of a rectal carcinoma. The lesion measured 40 cm in size, extended from the suprapubic area to the proximal half of the left groin, and showed a particular zosteriform aspect. Biopsy confirmed a metastatic...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Damin DC,Lazzaron AR,Tarta C,Cartel A,Rosito MA

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare patient quality of life (QoL) and short-term surgical outcomes between robotic anterior resection (r-AR) and laparoscopic (l-AR) approach. METHODS:Consecutive patients having undergone either robotic or laparoscopic AR for adenocarcinoma were studied. All operations were performed by two surgeons ex...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Kamali D,Omar K,Imam SZ,Jha A,Reddy A,Jha M

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes the operative technique that my colleagues and I apply to total mesorectal excision in patients with rectal cancer. A body of data support improvement of short-term outcomes over open resection. Although long-term data remain scarce, several ongoing trials may clarify this deficiency. The approp...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Khanna A

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality in western countries. Adjuvant treatment does not seem to be highly effective and recurrent or metastatic disease occurs in half of the new cases within one year of diagnosis and median survival does not exceed 18 months. CRC represents an optima...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Serrano D,Lazzeroni M,Decensi A

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Our objective was to report of our first experience with transanal total mesorectal excision (TME) of rectal cancer using single-port equipment, a pure natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) procedure, and to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the technique. A patient with rectal cancer was s...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Zhang H,Zhang YS,Jin XW,Li MZ,Fan JS,Yang ZH

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A prospective randomized trial to assess the cleansing ability and tolerance of bowel preparations for colonoscopy was conducted in a group of 953 patients. METHODS:The bowel cleansing methods were: sennoside calcium, polyethylene glycol (PEG) lavage, oral sodium phosphate (NaP) in one 90-ml dose, oral NaP ...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Tasci I,Altinli E,Sirin F

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Guidelines for the treatment of anal fissure have been published in the USA and UK but differ. Many centers follow guidelines based on local experience. In December 2005, we met with the aim of developing an evidence-based treatment algorithm for anal fissure, applicable to both primary and secondary care. This algori...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Lund JN,Nyström PO,Coremans G,Herold A,Karaitianos I,Spyrou M,Schouten WR,Sebastian AA,Pescatori M

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe obliteration of the rectal lumen during stapled haemorrhoidopexy in a patient with marked mucosal prolapse. The complication was recognised immediately and continuity was restored by performing a limited Delorme's procedure. The possible cause of this complication is explored and serves as a reminder that ...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Brown S,Baraza W,Shorthouse A

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Total mesorectal excision (TME) has greatly reduced the local recurrence rate of rectal cancer after colorectal surgery. Transanal TME (TaTME) is potentially a suitable option for patients with mid and low rectal cancer. Robotic systems overcome the limitations of laparoscopic surgery. The aim of this study ...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Ye J,Shen H,Li F,Tian Y,Gao Y,Zhao S,Liu B,Tong W

更新日期：2020-09-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of our study was to assess perineal wound healing in patients with Crohn's disease (CD) who undergo proctectomy or proctocolectomy with end ileostomy and to evaluate the influence of various factors including types of perineal dissection on eventual wound healing. METHODS:Data for patients with CD w...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Li W,Stocchi L,Elagili F,Kiran RP,Strong SA

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study was designed to assess defecatory function in patients who underwent laparoscopic ventral rectopexy (LVR) for external rectal prolapse (ERP). METHODS:Thirty-one patients who underwent evacuation proctography 6 months postoperatively were assessed. Preoperative proctography had been performed in 2...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Tsunoda A,Takahashi T,Ohta T,Fujii W,Kusanagi H

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The presence of endometriosis in the anal canal and perianal tissues is rare and difficult to suspect at clinical examination. We report our experience with preoperative ultrasound evaluation of four cases of anal endometriosis. METHODS:Four patients were evaluated by transperineal and high-resolution three...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Kołodziejczak M,Sudoł-Szopińska I,Santoro GA,Bielecki K,Wiączek A

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of biological materials for the repair of complex abdominal wall defects has increased over the years; however, the role of these materials in routine practice remains unclear. The aim of the study was to evaluate clinical outcomes following the use of Permacol™ porcine collagen surgical implant in c...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Giordano P,Pullan RD,Ystgaard B,Gossetti F,Bradburn M,McKinley AJ,Smart NJ,Daniels IR

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Split transverse colostomy is a novel method of defunctioning the distal colon. Herein, we describe the method of this procedure and present early interim results showing that this procedure is safe, relatively complication free and feasible for many pathologies affecting the colon and pelvis, especially in alleviatio...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Riaz AA,Thompson HH

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) following proctocolectomy is the preferred option for patients with medically refractory ulcerative colitis, indeterminate colitis, and familial adenomatous polyposis. However, it remains a procedure associated with morbidity and mortality. Pelvic sepsis, pouch fistulae, a...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Martin ST,Tevlin R,Heeney A,Peirce C,Hyland JM,Winter DC

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diverticulitis is a common indication for surgical emergency room admission, often leading to abdominal computed tomography (CT) scanning for both diagnosis and staging. C-reactive protein (CRP) has been identified as a useful biomarker of inflammation. Aspirin and corticosteroids are known to down-regulate ...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Nizri E,Spring S,Ben-Yehuda A,Khatib M,Klausner J,Greenberg R

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Porcine small intestinal submucosa (SIS) is a bioprosthetic collagen material used in the management of various surgical conditions, especially hernia repairs. We studied the effectiveness of porcine SIS Bioprosthetic plug (Surgisis AFP, Cook Biotech Inc., West Lafayette, IN, USA) in the treatment of fistula...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Cintron JR,Abcarian H,Chaudhry V,Singer M,Hunt S,Birnbaum E,Mutch MG,Fleshman J

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prolapse is a common complication in patients with a transverse loop colostomy. In most cases, the prolapse can be managed conservatively awaiting time for closure eventually. However, loop stoma may also be intentionally permanent or the patient may be too fragile to have the colostomy closed and in these cases a lap...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Maeda K,Maruta M,Utsumi T,Sato H,Aoyama H,Katsuno H,Hultén L

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This prospective randomized trial was used to compare two different local anesthetic techniques, local perianal anesthesia and pudendal nerve block, used for harmonic scalpel hemorrhoidectomy (HSH). METHODS:A total of 120 patients with grade III or IV hemorrhoids were randomly chosen to perform HSH (60 pati...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Tepetes K,Symeonidis D,Christodoulidis G,Spyridakis M,Hatzitheofilou K

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anal fistula repair still remains challenging. Up to 30% of fistulas persist after surgery despite many improvements in surgical skills and technique. One major reason for surgical failure is a persistent fistula track or remnants of the fistula epithelium which could not be removed during surgery. To overcome this pr...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Wilhelm A

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment techniques for pilonidal disease are either associated with high recurrence rates or complex procedures. This prospective randomized study compared the outcome of excision and marsupialization technique with sinus excision technique. A total of 40 consecutive patients with limited, chronic pilonidal sinu...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Oncel M,Kurt N,Kement M,Colak E,Eser M,Uzun H

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The differences between the costs of robotic rectal resection and of the laparoscopic approach are still not well known. The aim of this study was to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of robotic versus laparoscopic surgery. METHODS:We conducted an observational, comparative, prospective, non-randomized study ...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Quijano Y,Nuñez-Alfonsel J,Ielpo B,Ferri V,Caruso R,Durán H,Díaz E,Malavé L,Fabra I,Pinna E,Isernia R,Hidalgo Á,Vicente E

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Doppler-guided hemorrhoidal artery ligation (DGHAL) was described as lower risk and a less painful alternative to hemorrhoidectomy. We report our experience and 5-year follow-up with this procedure. METHODS:Between May 2003 and December 2004, 100 patients with symptomatic Grade II or III hemorrhoids underwe...

journal_title：Techniques in coloproctology

authors： Avital S,Inbar R,Karin E,Greenberg R

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00