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Liu H, Xiong M, Zeng Y, Shi Y, Pei Z, Liao C. Comparison of complications and bowel function among different reconstruction techniques after low anterior resection for rectal cancer: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. World J Surg Oncol 2023; 21:87. [PMID: 36899350 PMCID: PMC9999608 DOI: 10.1186/s12957-023-02977-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Anastomosis for gastrointestinal reconstruction has been contentious after low anterior resection of rectal cancer for the past 30 years. Despite the abundance of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on colon J-pouch (CJP), straight colorectal anastomosis (SCA), transverse coloplast (TCP), and side-to-end anastomosis (SEA), most studies are small and lack reliable clinical evidence. We conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis to evaluate the effects of the four anastomoses on postoperative complications, bowel function, and quality of life in rectal cancer. METHODS We assessed the safety and efficacy of CJP, SCA, TCP, and SEA in adult patients with rectal cancer after surgery by searching the Cochrane Library, Embase, and PubMed databases to collect RCTs from the date of establishment to May 20, 2022. Anastomotic leakage and defecation frequency were the main outcome indicators. We pooled data through a random effects model in a Bayesian framework and assessed model inconsistency using the deviance information criterion (DIC) and node-splitting method and inter-study heterogeneity using the I-squared statistics (I2). The interventions were ranked according to the surface under the cumulative ranking curve (SUCRA) to compare each outcome indicator. RESULTS Of the 474 studies initially evaluated, 29 were eligible RCTs comprising 2631 patients. Among the four anastomoses, the SEA group had the lowest incidence of anastomotic leakage, ranking first (SUCRASEA = 0.982), followed by the CJP group (SUCRACJP = 0.628). The defecation frequency in the SEA group was comparable to those in the CJP and TCP groups at 3, 6, 12, and 24 months postoperatively. In comparison, the defecation frequency in the SCA group 12 months after surgery all ranked fourth. No statistically significant differences were found among the four anastomoses in terms of anastomotic stricture, reoperation, postoperative mortality within 30 days, fecal urgency, incomplete defecation, use of antidiarrheal medication, or quality of life. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrated that SEA had the lowest risk of complications, comparable bowel function, and quality of life compared to the CJP and TCP, but further research is required to determine its long-term consequences. Furthermore, we should be aware that SCA is associated with a high defecation frequency.
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- Huabing Liu
- Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, 152 Aiguo Road, Nanchang, 330006, China
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- Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, 152 Aiguo Road, Nanchang, 330006, China
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- Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, 152 Aiguo Road, Nanchang, 330006, China
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- Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, 152 Aiguo Road, Nanchang, 330006, China
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- Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, 152 Aiguo Road, Nanchang, 330006, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, 152 Aiguo Road, Nanchang, 330006, China.
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Mathew A, Ramachandra D, Goyal A, Nariampalli Karthyarth M, Joseph P, Raj Rakesh N, Kaushal G, Agrawal A, Bhadoria AS, Dhar P. Reconstructive techniques following low anterior resection for carcinoma of the rectum: meta-analysis. Br J Surg 2023; 110:313-323. [PMID: 36630589 DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znac400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Multiple trials have compared reconstruction techniques used following the resection of distal rectal cancers, including straight colorectal anastomosis (SCA), colonic J pouch (CJP), side-to-end anastomosis (SEA), and transverse coloplasty (TCP). The latest meta-analysis on the subject concluded that all the reservoir techniques produce equally good surgical and functional outcomes compared with SCA. Numerous trials have been published in this regard subsequently. Hence, a network analysis (NMA) was performed to rank these techniques. METHODS A literature search of MEDLINE, Embase, and the Cochrane Library from their inception until April 2021 was conducted to identify randomized trials. Functional and surgical outcome data were pooled. ORs and standardized mean differences (MDs) were used as pooled effect size measures. A frequentist NMA model was used. RESULTS Thirty-two trials met the eligibility criteria comprising 3072 patients. CJP showed better functional outcomes, such as low stool frequency and better incontinence score, both in the short term (stool frequency, MD -2.06, P < 0.001; incontinence, MD -1.17, P = 0.007) and intermediate term (stool frequency, MD -0.81, P = 0.021; incontinence MD -0.56, P = 0.083). Patients with an SEA (long-term OR 4.37; P = 0.030) or TCP (long-term OR 5.79; P < 0.001) used more antidiarrheal medications constantly. The urgency and sensation of incomplete evacuation favoured CJP in the short term. TCP was associated with a higher risk of anastomotic leakage (OR 12.85; P < 0.001) and stricture (OR 3.21; P = 0.012). CONCLUSION Because of its better functional outcomes, CJP should be the reconstruction technique of choice. TCP showed increased anastomotic leak and stricture rates, warranting judicious use.
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- Anvin Mathew
- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- National Health Systems Resource Centre, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Community and Family Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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Asnong A, Tack J, Devoogdt N, De Groef A, Geraerts I, D'Hoore A. Exploring the pathophysiology of LARS after low anterior resection for rectal cancer with high-resolution colon manometry. Neurogastroenterol Motil 2022; 34:e14432. [PMID: 35866548 DOI: 10.1111/nmo.14432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 05/16/2022] [Accepted: 06/10/2022] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND A total mesorectal excision for rectal cancer-although nerve- and sphincter-sparing-can give rise to significant bowel symptoms, commonly referred to as low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). The exact pathophysiology of this syndrome still remains largely unknown, and the impact of radical surgery on colonic motility has only been scarcely investigated. METHODS High-resolution colon manometry was performed in patients, 12-24 months after restoration of transit. Patients were divided into two groups: patients with major LARS and no/minor LARS, according to the LARS-score. Colonic motor patterns were compared, and the relationship of these patterns with the LARS-scores was investigated. KEY RESULTS Data were analyzed in 18 patients (9 no/minor LARS, 9 major LARS). Cyclic short antegrade motor patterns did occur more in patients with major LARS (total: p = 0.022; post-bisacodyl: p = 0.004) and were strongly correlated to LARS-scores after administering bisacodyl (p < 0.001). High amplitude propagating contractions (HAPC's) that started in the proximal colon and ended in the mid-section of the colon occurred significantly less in patients with major LARS compared with patients with no/minor LARS (p = 0.015). CONCLUSIONS AND INFERENCES The occurrence of more cyclic short antegrade motor patterns and less HAPC's (from the proximal to the mid-colon) is more prevalent in patients with major LARS. These findings help to understand the differences in pathophysiology in patients developing major versus no/minor bowel complaints after TME for rectal cancer.
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- Anne Asnong
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Chronic Diseases, Metabolism and Ageing, Faculty of Medicine, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Translational Research in Gastrointestinal Disorders, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Center for lymphedema, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven - University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven - University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,International Research Group Pain in Motion, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University Hospitals Leuven
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- Department of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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Comparison of the colonic J-pouch versus straight (end-to-end) anastomosis following low anterior resection: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Colorectal Dis 2022; 37:919-938. [PMID: 35306586 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-022-04130-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/11/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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AIMS To evaluate comparative outcomes of straight (end-to-end) anastomosis versus colonic J-pouch anastomosis following anterior resection. METHODS A systematic search of multiple electronic data sources was conducted, and all studies comparing straight (end-to-end) anastomosis versus J-pouch anastomosis were included. Anastomotic complications, post-operative complications, re-operation, mortality, and functional outcomes were the evaluated outcome parameters. Revman 5.3 was used for data analysis. RESULTS Twenty-seven studies reporting a total number of 3293 patients who underwent straight anastomosis (n = 1581) or J-pouch (n = 1712) were included. Anastomotic leak and re-operation rates were significantly higher in the straight group compared to the J-pouch group [RD 0.03, P = 0.03] and [OR 1.87, P = 0.003], respectively. Stool frequency per 24 h at 6 months and 12 months was lower in the J-pouch group than the straight group [MD 2.13, P = 0.003] and [MD 1.44, P = 0.00001], respectively. In addition, the use of anti-diarrheal medication is lower at 12 months in the J-pouch group [MD 3.85, P = 0.03]. Moreover, the two groups showed comparable results regarding SSI, sepsis, paralytic ileus, anastomotic stricture formation, anastomotic bleeding, and mortality. CONCLUSION J-pouch anastomosis showed lower risk for anastomotic leak and re-operation. Furthermore, better functional outcomes such as stool frequency were achieved using the colonic J-pouch reconstruction over the conventional straight end-to-end anastomosis.
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Ng KS, Gladman MA. LARS: A review of therapeutic options and their efficacy. SEMINARS IN COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.scrs.2021.100849] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Vollebregt PF, Wiklendt L, Ang D, Venn ML, Mekhael M, Christensen P, Dinning PG, Knowles CH, Scott SM. Altered anal slow-wave pressure activity in low anterior resection syndrome: short case series in two independent specialist centres provide new mechanistic insights. Colorectal Dis 2021; 23:444-450. [PMID: 33342038 DOI: 10.1111/codi.15502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2020] [Revised: 11/26/2020] [Accepted: 12/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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AIM Conventional parameters (anal resting and squeeze pressures) measured with anorectal manometry (ARM) fail to identify anal sphincter dysfunction in many patients with low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). We aimed to assess whether there are differences in anal canal slow-wave pressure activity in LARS patients and healthy individuals. METHOD High-resolution ARM (HR-ARM) traces of 21 consecutive male LARS patients referred to the Royal London Hospital, UK (n = 12) and Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark (n = 9) were compared with HR-ARM data from 37 healthy men. RESULTS Qualitatively (by visual inspection of HR-ARM recordings), the frequency of slow-wave pressure activity was strikingly different in 11/21 (52.4%) LARS patients from that observed in all the healthy individuals. Quantitative analysis showed that peaks of the mean spectrum in these 11 LARS patients occurred at approximately 6-7 cycles per minute (cpm), without activity at higher frequencies. An equivalent pattern was found in only 2/37 (5.4%) healthy individuals (P < 0.0001). Peaks of the mean spectrum in healthy individuals were concentrated at 16 cpm and 3-4 cpm. CONCLUSION Over half of the male LARS patients studied had altered anal slow-wave pressure activity based on analysis of HR-ARM recordings. Further studies could investigate the relative contributions of sex, human baseline variance and neoadjuvant/surgical therapies on anal slow waves, and correlate the presence of abnormal activity with symptom severity.
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- Paul F Vollebregt
- National Bowel Research Centre and GI Physiology Unit, Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery and Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- College of Medicine and Public Health and Centre for Neuroscience, Flinders University, Discipline of Surgery and Gastroenterology, Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Changi General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- National Bowel Research Centre and GI Physiology Unit, Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery and Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Department of Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Danish Cancer Society Centre for Research on Survivorship and Late Adverse Effects after Cancer in the Pelvic Organs, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Danish Cancer Society Centre for Research on Survivorship and Late Adverse Effects after Cancer in the Pelvic Organs, Aarhus, Denmark
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- College of Medicine and Public Health and Centre for Neuroscience, Flinders University, Discipline of Surgery and Gastroenterology, Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- National Bowel Research Centre and GI Physiology Unit, Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery and Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- National Bowel Research Centre and GI Physiology Unit, Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery and Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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Gavaruzzi T, Pace U, Giandomenico F, Pucciarelli S, Bianco F, Selvaggi F, Restivo A, Asteria CR, Morpurgo E, Cuicchi D, Jovine E, Coletta D, La Torre G, Amato A, Chiappa A, Marchegiani F, Rega D, De Franciscis S, Pellino G, Zorcolo L, Lotto L, Boccia L, Spolverato G, De Salvo GL, Delrio P, Del Bianco P. Colonic J-Pouch or Straight Colorectal Reconstruction After Low Anterior Resection For Rectal Cancer: Impact on Quality of Life and Bowel Function: A Multicenter Prospective Randomized Study. Dis Colon Rectum 2020; 63:1511-1523. [PMID: 33044292 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000001745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Patient-reported outcomes associated with different bowel reconstruction techniques following anterior resection for rectal cancer are still a matter of debate. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess quality of life and bowel function in patients who underwent colonic J-pouch or straight colorectal anastomosis reconstruction after low anterior resection. DESIGN Bowel function and quality of life were assessed within a multicenter randomized trial. Questionnaires were administered before the surgery (baseline) and at 6, 12, and 24 months after surgery. SETTINGS Patients were enrolled by 19 centers. The enrollment started in October 2009 and was stopped in February 2016. The study was registered at www.clinicaltrials.gov (Identifier: NCT01110798). PATIENTS Patients who underwent low anterior resection for primary mid-low rectal cancer and who were randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to receive either stapled colonic J-pouch or straight colorectal anastomosis were selected. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The primary outcomes measured were quality of life and bowel function. RESULTS Of the 379 patients who were evaluable, 312 (82.3%) completed the baseline, 259 (68.3%) the 6-month, 242 (63.9%) the 12-month, and 199 (52.5%) the 24-month assessment. Bowel functioning and quality of life did not significantly differ between arms for almost all domains. The total bowel function score, the urgency, and the stool fractionation scores significantly worsened after surgery and remained impaired over time in both arms (p < 0.0032), whereas constipation improved after surgery but recovered to baseline levels from 1 year onward (p < 0.0036). All patients showed a significant and continuous improvement in emotional functioning (p < 0.0013) and future perspective (p < 0.0001) from baseline to the end of the study. LIMITATIONS Limitations of the study include missing data, which increased over time; the possibility that some treatments have slightly changed since the study was conducted; and investigators not blind to treatment allocation. CONCLUSION The findings of this study do not support the routine use of colonic J-pouch reconstruction in patients with rectal cancer who undergo a low anterior resection. See Video Abstract at http://links.lww.com/DCR/B328. BOLSA J COLÓNICA O RECONSTRUCCIÓN COLORRECTAL RECTA DESPUÉS DE RESECCIÓN ANTERIOR BAJA PARA CÁNCER RECTAL: IMPACTO EN LA CALIDAD DE VIDA Y LA FUNCIÓN INTESTINAL: UN ESTUDIO ALEATORIZADO PROSPECTIVO MULTICÉNTRICO: Los resultados informados por el paciente asociados con diferentes técnicas de reconstrucción intestinal después de la resección anterior para el cáncer de recto aún son tema de debate.Evaluar la calidad de vida y la función intestinal en pacientes que se sometieron a una bolsa en J colónica o reconstrucción de anastomosis colorrectal recta después de una resección anterior baja.La función intestinal y la calidad de vida se evaluaron en un ensayo aleatorizado multicéntrico. Los cuestionarios se administraron antes de la cirugía (basal) y a los 6, 12 y 24 meses después de la cirugía.Los pacientes fueron incluidos en 19 centros. La inscripción comenzó en Octubre de 2009 y se detuvo en Febrero de 2016. El estudio se registró en www.clinicaltrials.gov (Identificador: NCT01110798).Pacientes que se sometieron a resección anterior baja por cáncer rectal primario medio-bajo y que fueron aleatorizados en una proporción de 1: 1 para recibir bolsa J colónica con grapas o anastomosis colorrectal recta.calidad de vida y función intestinal.De los 379 pacientes que fueron evaluables, 312 (82.3%) completaron la evaluación inicial, 259 (68.3%) a los 6 meses, 242 (63.9%) a los 12 meses y 199 (52.5%) a los 24 meses. . El funcionamiento intestinal y la calidad de vida no difirieron significativamente entre los dos grupos en casi todos los dominios. La puntuación total de la función intestinal, la urgencia y las puntuaciones de fraccionamiento de las heces empeoraron significativamente después de la cirugía y continuaron con el tiempo extra en ambos grupos (p <0.0032), mientras que el estreñimiento mejoró después de la cirugía pero se recuperó a los niveles basales a partir de 1 año en adelante (p <0.0036). Todos los pacientes mostraron una mejora significativa y continua en el funcionamiento emocional (p <0.0013) y la perspectiva futura (<0.0001) desde el inicio hasta el final del estudio.Datos faltantes, que aumentaron con el tiempo; la posibilidad de que algunos tratamientos hayan cambiado ligeramente desde que se realizó el estudio; investigadores no cegados a la asignación del tratamiento.Los hallazgos de este estudio no respaldan el uso rutinario de la reconstrucción de la bolsa J colónica en pacientes con cáncer rectal que se someten a una resección anterior baja. Consulte Video Resumen en http://links.lww.com/DCR/B328. (Traducción-Dr. Yesenia Rojas-Khalil).
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- Teresa Gavaruzzi
- Department of Developmental Psychology and Socialization, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.,First Surgical Clinic, Department of Surgical, Oncological and Gastroenterological Sciences, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgical Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS Fondazione G. Pascale, Naples, Italy
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- First Surgical Clinic, Department of Surgical, Oncological and Gastroenterological Sciences, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- First Surgical Clinic, Department of Surgical, Oncological and Gastroenterological Sciences, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Abdominal Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS Fondazione G. Pascale, Naples, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical, Neurological, Metabolic and Ageing Sciences, University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli', Naples, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Cagliari, Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Colo-rectal Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery and Orthopaedics, ASST "Carlo Poma", Mantua, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Regional Centre for Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Camposampiero Hospital, Padua, Italy
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- General Surgery Unit, Department of Alimentary Tract, Sant'Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Bologna, Italy
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- General Surgery and Emergency, Maggiore Hospital, Azienda Sanitaria Locale di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Division of Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I, College of Medicine and Dentistry, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Abdominal Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, IRCCS, Centro di Riferimento Oncologico della Basilicata, Rionero in Vulture, Italy
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- Department of Coloproctology, Sanremo Hospital, Sanremo, Italy
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- Innovative Techniques in Surgery Unit, European Institute of Oncology, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- First Surgical Clinic, Department of Surgical, Oncological and Gastroenterological Sciences, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgical Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS Fondazione G. Pascale, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Abdominal Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS Fondazione G. Pascale, Naples, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical, Neurological, Metabolic and Ageing Sciences, University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli', Naples, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Cagliari, Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Developmental Psychology and Socialization, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Colo-rectal Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery and Orthopaedics, ASST "Carlo Poma", Mantua, Italy
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- First Surgical Clinic, Department of Surgical, Oncological and Gastroenterological Sciences, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Clinical Trials and Biostatistics Unit, Istituto Oncologico Veneto IOV - IRCCS, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgical Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS Fondazione G. Pascale, Naples, Italy
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- Clinical Trials and Biostatistics Unit, Istituto Oncologico Veneto IOV - IRCCS, Padua, Italy
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Vather R, O'Grady G, Arkwright JW, Rowbotham DS, Cheng LK, Dinning PG, Bissett IP. Restoration of normal colonic motor patterns and meal responses after distal colorectal resection. Br J Surg 2016; 103:451-61. [DOI: 10.1002/bjs.10074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2015] [Revised: 09/30/2015] [Accepted: 11/05/2015] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Background
Colorectal resections alter colonic motility, including disruption of control by neural or bioelectrical cell networks. The long-term impact of surgical resections and anastomoses on colonic motor patterns has, however, never been assessed accurately. Fibreoptic high-resolution colonic manometry was employed to define motility in patients who had undergone distal colorectal resection.
Methods
Recruited patients had undergone distal colorectal resections more than 12 months previously, and had normal bowel function. Manometry was performed in the distal colon (36 sensors; 1-cm intervals), with 2-h recordings taken before and after a meal, with comparison to controls. Analysis quantified all propagating events and frequencies (cyclical, short single, and long single motor patterns), including across anastomoses.
Results
Fifteen patients and 12 controls were recruited into the study. Coordinated propagating events directly traversed the healed anastomoses in nine of 12 patients with available data, including antegrade and retrograde cyclical, short single and long single patterns. Dominant frequencies in the distal colon were similar in patients and controls (2–3 cycles/min) (antegrade P = 0·482; retrograde P = 0·178). Compared with values before the meal, the mean(s.d.) number of dominant cyclical retrograde motor patterns increased in patients after the meal (2·1(2·7) versus 32·6(31·8) in 2 h respectively; P < 0·001), similar to controls (P = 0·178), although the extent of propagation was 41 per cent shorter in patients, by a mean of 3·4 cm (P = 0·003). Short and long single propagating motor patterns were comparable between groups in terms of frequency, velocity, extent and amplitude.
Conclusion
Motility patterns and meal responses are restored after distal colorectal resection in patients with normal bowel function. Coordinated propagation across healed anastomoses may indicate regeneration of underlying cellular networks.
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- R Vather
- Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
- Auckland Bioengineering Institute, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- School of Computer Science, Engineering and Mathematics, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Auckland District Health Board, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Auckland Bioengineering Institute, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Human Physiology, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia
- Department of Gastroenterology and Surgery, Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, South Australia
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- Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Si C, Zhang Y, Sun P. Colonic J-pouch versus Baker type for rectal reconstruction after anterior resection of rectal cancer. Scand J Gastroenterol 2013; 48:1428-35. [PMID: 24131322 DOI: 10.3109/00365521.2013.845905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE. There is no consensus regarding reconstruction type after anterior resection for rectal cancer. We conducted a meta-analysis of relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to compare outcomes of colonic J-pouch (CJlP) and side-to-end anastomosis (STEA) after anterior resection of rectal cancer. METHODS. Electronic databases were searched in January 2013, with six RCTs selected for further analysis, for a total of 451 patients (229 CJP, 222STEA). Outcome measures included surgical, physiologic, and functional outcomes, as well as postoperative complications. The odds ratio (OR) was used in the statistical analysis; in other circumstances, qualitative descriptions were performed. RESULTS. As far as surgical outcomes and postoperative complications, there was no difference between groups. While functional outcomes were substantially impaired, this was similar between groups. CJP demonstrated better function in the early postoperative period. No difference was seen between groups with regards to physiologic outcome. CONCLUSION. CJP and STEA are comparable when choosing the type of reconstruction for restoration of bowel continuity in anterior resection for rectal cancer.
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- Chengshuai Si
- Department of General Surgery, Shanghai Huashan Hospital, Fudan University , Shanghai , China
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BACKGROUND Dyschezia occurs in patients with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis. There are limited data on the mechanisms of this condition. We hypothesized that paradoxical contractions may contribute to dyschezia in those patients with mechanical or inflammatory pouch conditions. This study was aimed to evaluate the underlying manometric abnormalities in this population. METHODS In this retrospective analysis, we screened our Pouchitis Registry for patients with dyschezia and underlying inflammatory bowel disease. Patients having undergone anopouch manometry were considered eligible and included. Patients without inflammatory or structural diseases of the pouch (the functional pouch disorder [FPD] group) were compared with those with inflammatory or structural diseases (the inflammatory/structural pouch disorder [ISPD] group). Demographic, clinical, manometric, and laboratory variables were analyzed. RESULTS A total of 45 patients were included; of which, 21 (46.7%) were female. The median age of patients in the FPD group (n = 10) and ISPD group (n = 35) were 41 (interquartile range =32.5-56) years and 40 (interquartile range = 28-49) years, respectively (P = 0.469). There were no differences in the demographic, clinical, and laboratory variables between the 2 groups, with the exception of the modified Pouch Disease Activity Index. For manometric evaluations, paradoxical contractions and failure of balloon expulsion occurred in 50.0% and 60.0%, respectively, of the FPD group and in 17.1% and 20.0%, respectively, of the ISPD group (P = 0.048 and 0.043, respectively). CONCLUSIONS In this cohort, manometric evaluation demonstrated that paradoxical contractions occurred more frequently in patients with FPD than in those with inflammatory/structural conditions. This suggests that the underlying physiologic mechanisms of dyschezia in these patients differ.
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Llaguna OH, Martz JE. Function Outcomes After Sphincter-Preserving Surgery for Rectal Cancer. SEMINARS IN COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY 2010. [DOI: 10.1053/j.scrs.2010.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Rink AD, Kneist W, Radinski I, Guinot-Barona A, Lang H, Vestweber KH. Differences in ano-neorectal physiology of ileoanal and coloanal reconstructions for restorative proctectomy. Colorectal Dis 2010; 12:342-50. [PMID: 19207698 DOI: 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2009.01790.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Restorative proctectomy with straight coloanal anastomosis (CAA) and restorative proctocolectomy with ilealpouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) are options for maintaining bowel integrity after rectal resection. The aim of this study was to compare clinical function and anorectal physiology in patients treated with CAA and IPAA. METHOD Three-dimensional vector-manometry and neorectal volumetry were performed in straight CAA [53 patients (34 male)] and IPAA [61 patients (39 male)] for ulcerative colitis. Function was assessed using a 14 day incontinence diary. RESULTS Function was similar in both groups, but neorectal compliance and threshold volumes for sensation, urge and maximum tolerated volume (MTV) were significantly higher after IPAA than after CAA. Mean pressure, vector volume and sphincter symmetry at rest were significant determinants of continence in both groups but squeeze pressure did not correlate significantly with function in either group. Threshold volume, MTV, and compliance were significantly correlated with frequency of defecation in patients with IPAA but not with CAA. CONCLUSION A strong consistent resting anal sphincter pressure is one determinant of continence after both IPAA and CAA. Squeeze pressures do not influence the functional result. In IPAA but not CAA, the neorectum has a reservoir function which correlates with the postoperative frequency of defaecation.
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- A D Rink
- Leverkusen General Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Am Gesundheitspark, Leverkusen, Germany.
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Hida JI, Okuno K. Pouch operation for rectal cancer. Surg Today 2010; 40:307-14. [PMID: 20339984 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-009-4046-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2009] [Accepted: 06/04/2009] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Many retrospective studies have found that the functional outcome after a low anterior resection for rectal cancer is better with colonic J-pouch reconstruction than with conventional straight anastomosis. This advantage was demonstrated in prospective, randomized trials and meta-analyses. However, despite its increasing popularity there are several areas of controversy about the use of the colonic J-pouch reconstruction. These issues include anastomotic leaks, the part of the colon used for the pouch, the pouch size, causes of difficulty in evacuation, indications (the optimum level of anastomosis), appropriateness for the elderly, and long-term (2 years or more after surgery) functional outcome. All relevant articles identified from MEDLINE databases were reviewed. The incidence of anastomotic leaks is apparently reduced by colonic J-pouch reconstruction. A 5-cm colonic J-pouch using the sigmoid colon increases the reservoir function without compromising evacuation, and provides better functional outcome than straight anastomosis, even 2 years or more after surgery, in patients whose anastomosis is less than 8 cm from the anal verge. Patients with ultralow anastomoses, less than 4 cm from the verge, appear to benefit the most. At a time when the indications for abdominoperineal excision appear to be reduced for low rectal cancer, the demand for colonic J-pouch reconstruction (the best technique in pouch operations) is therefore likely to increase.
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- Jin-ichi Hida
- Department of Surgery, Kinki University School of Medicine, 377-2 Ohno-Higashi, Osaka-Sayama, Osaka, 589-8511, Japan
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Dobrowolski S, Hać S, Kobiela J, Sledziński Z. Should we preserve the inferior mesenteric artery during sigmoid colectomy? Neurogastroenterol Motil 2009; 21:1288-e123. [PMID: 19508489 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2982.2009.01331.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Ligation of the inferior mesenteric artery (IMA) during sigmoid colectomy may cause sympathetic denervation of the rectal stump. The purpose of our study was to investigate the functional results after sigmoid resection following ligation or preservation of the IMA. We prospectively analysed 44 patients (21 female and 23 male, mean age 60.6 +/- 11.79 years) with sigmoid tumour. Sigmoid colectomy with preservation of the IMA was performed in 21 patients, and ligation of the IMA with sigmoidectomy was carried out in 23 patients. Bowel function follow-up was performed by use of questionnaires: standardized functional questionnaire, constipation-specific, and incontinence scales before, 6 and 12 months after surgery. The quality of life was measured by means of the Fecal Incontinence Quality of Life (FIQL) scale. After sigmoid colectomy with division of the IMA, patients presented with a higher rate of fecal incontinence and increased stool frequency compared with patients after sigmoid resection with preservation of the IMA. Deterioration of FIQL was also observed in patients with ligated IMA. Preservation of the IMA during sigmoid colectomy in selected patients lowers the frequency of postoperative impaired anorectal function.
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- S Dobrowolski
- Department of General, Endocrine and Transplant Surgery, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, Poland.
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Medical management of patients with ileal pouch anal anastomosis after restorative procto-colectomy. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2009; 21:9-17. [PMID: 19011577 DOI: 10.1097/meg.0b013e328306078c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Restorative procto-colectomy with ileal pouch anal anastomosis has become the most common elective surgical procedure for patients with ulcerative colitis and is becoming popular in those with familial adenomatous polyposis coli. The procedure itself is primarily carried out in specialist surgical centres but an increasing number are being performed and followed up in district general hospitals. These patients are now filtering through general surgical and gastroenterology clinics and are frequently seen in primary care. Pouchitis, an inflammatory condition of the ileal pouch, has become the third most important form of inflammatory bowel disease. As research develops in this area, other complications are being found. The aim of this review is to provide an up-to-date, evidence-based approach to the clinical management of these patients.
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Rink AD, Sgourakis G, Sotiropoulos GC, Lang H, Vestweber KH. The colon J-pouch as a cause of evacuation disorders after rectal resection: myth or fact? Langenbecks Arch Surg 2008; 394:79-91. [DOI: 10.1007/s00423-008-0364-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2008] [Accepted: 06/26/2008] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Total mesorectal resection (TME) has led to improved survival and reduced local recurrence in patients with rectal cancer. Straight coloanal anastomosis after TME can lead to problems with frequent bowel movements, fecal urgency and incontinence. The colonic J pouch, side-to-end anastomosis and transverse coloplasty have been developed as alternative surgical strategies in order to improve bowel function. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study is to determine which rectal reconstructive technique results in the best postoperative bowel function. SEARCH STRATEGY A systematic search of the literature (MEDLINE, Cancerlit, Embase and Cochrane Databases) was conducted from inception to Feb 14, 2006 by two independent investigators. SELECTION CRITERIA Randomized controlled trials in which patients with rectal cancer undergoing low rectal resection and coloanal anastomosis were randomized to at least two different anastomotic techniques. Furthermore, a measure of postoperative bowel function was necessary for inclusion. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Studies identified for potential inclusion were independently assessed for eligibility by at least two reviewers. Data from included trials was collected using a standardized data collection form. Data was collated and qualitatively summarized for bowel function outcomes and meta-analysis statistical techniques were used to pool data on postoperative complications. MAIN RESULTS Of 2609 relevant studies, 16 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) met our inclusion criteria. Nine RCTs (n=473) compared straight coloanal anastomosis (SCA) to the colonic J pouch (CJP). Up to 18 months postoperatively, the CJP was superior to SCA in most studies in bowel frequency, urgency, fecal incontinence and use of antidiarrheal medication. There were too few patients with long-term bowel function outcomes to determine if this advantage continued after 18 months postop. Four RCTs (n=215) compared the side-to-end anastomosis (STE) to the CJP. These studies showed no difference in bowel function outcomes between these two techniques. Similarly, three RCTs (n=158) compared transverse coloplasty (TC) to CJP. Similarly, there were no differences in bowel function outcomes in these small studies. Overall, there were no significant differences in postoperative complications with any of the anastomotic strategies. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS In several randomized controlled trials, the CJP has been shown to be superior to the SCA in bowel function outcomes in patients with rectal cancer for at least 18 months after gastrointestinal continuity is re-established. The TC and STE anastomoses have been shown to have similar bowel function outcomes when compared to the CJP in small randomized controlled trials; further study is necessary to determine the role of these alternative coloanal anastomotic strategies.
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- C J Brown
- University of Toronto, Surgery, 449-600 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5G 1X5.
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Steffen T, Tarantino I, Hetzer FH, Warschkow R, Lange J, Zünd M. Safety and morbidity after ultra-low coloanal anastomoses: J-pouch vs end-to-end reconstruction. Int J Colorectal Dis 2008; 23:277-81. [PMID: 18071719 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-007-0414-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/21/2007] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Anastomotic failure after ultra-low anterior rectum resection is the most important complication, and it is influenced by the type of reconstruction. The aim of this study was to compare retrospectively the straight coloanal anastomosis with the J-pouch reconstruction concerning the development of anastomotic leakage. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifty-six of 381 consecutive patients underwent low anterior rectum resection with total mesorectal excision and ultra-low coloanal anastomosis at 3-4 cm from the anocutan line. A 5-cm J-pouch (side-to-end) was performed in 25, a straight coloanal anastomosis in 25, and a coloplasty in 6 patients, respectively. RESULTS/FINDINGS No influence by age, body mass index, and operating time on anastomotic leakage rate was found. Leakage was found in eight patients with straight coloanal anastomosis, resulting in a leakage rate of 32% compared to one patient in the J-pouch group (P = 0.023). INTERPRETATION/CONCLUSION Patient's safety is higher after J-pouch reconstruction because of the lower anastomotic failure rate, and functional results had been reported as similar after J-pouch reconstruction and straight coloanal anastomosis. Therefore, we clearly argue for a J-pouch reconstruction as the standard method after ultra-low coloanal anastomosis.
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- Thomas Steffen
- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital of St. Gallen, St. Gallen, Switzerland.
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Liang JT, Lai HS, Lee PH, Huang KC. Comparison of functional and surgical outcomes of laparoscopic-assisted colonic J-pouch versus straight reconstruction after total mesorectal excision for lower rectal cancer. Ann Surg Oncol 2007; 14:1972-9. [PMID: 17431725 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-007-9355-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2006] [Accepted: 12/26/2006] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND To compare the functional and surgical outcomes of colonic J-pouch and straight anastomosis in the context that both reconstruction procedures were performed laparoscopically. METHODS The present study was a randomized prospective clinical trial. Patients with lower rectal cancer requiring laparoscopic total mesorectal excision were equally randomized to either laparoscopic-assisted colonic J-pouch reconstruction or laparoscopic straight end-to-end anastomosis. The techniques of the laparoscopic-assisted colonic J-pouch reconstruction are shown in the attached video. The primary end point was the comparison of functional results in both reconstruction methods. The secondary end points included the safety (surgical morbidity and mortality), surgical efficiency, and postoperative recovery. RESULTS A total of 48 patients were recruited within 2-year periods, in consideration of statistical power of 90% for comparison. There was no marked difference between patient groups undergoing colonic J-pouch surgery (n = 24) and straight anastomosis (n = 24) in various demographic and clinicopathogic parameters. The anorectal function of patients by colonic J-pouch were better than those by straight anastomosis in 3 months after operation, as evaluated by stool frequency (mean +/- standard deviation: 4.0 +/- 2.0 vs. 7.0 +/- 2.4 times/day, P < .001); use of antidiarrheal agents (29.2% [n = 7] vs. 75.0% [n = 18], P = .004); and perineal irritation (45.8% [n = 11] vs. 79.2% [n = 19], P = .037). Because of the relatively better bowel function in immediate postoperative period, patients by colonic J-pouch reconstruction were less disabled after surgery and had quicker return to partial activity (P = .039), full activity (P < .001), and work (P < .001). Both reconstruction methods were performed with similar amounts of blood loss, complication rates, and postoperative recovery. However, the operation time was significantly longer in the colonic J-pouch group (274.4 +/- 34.0 vs. 202.0 +/- 28.0 minutes, P < .001). CONCLUSIONS Because laparoscopic-assisted creation of a colonic J-pouch achieved better short-term functional results of the anorectum and did not increase surgical morbidity, as compared with laparoscopic straight anastomosis, this reconstruction procedure could be recommended to patients with lower rectal cancer requiring laparoscopic total mesorectal excision.
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- Jin-Tung Liang
- Department of Surgery, National Taiwan University Hospital and College of Medicine, No. 7, Chung-Shan South Road, Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China.
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Murphy J, Hammond TM, Knowles CH, Scott SM, Lunniss PJ, Williams NS. Does Anastomotic Technique Influence Anorectal Function after Sphincter-Saving Rectal Cancer Resection? A Systematic Review of Evidence from Randomized Trials. J Am Coll Surg 2007; 204:673-80. [PMID: 17382228 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2007.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2006] [Revised: 12/26/2006] [Accepted: 01/02/2007] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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- Jamie Murphy
- Centre for Academic Surgery, Bart's and The London, The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, London, UK.
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A very low local recurrence rate of 3%-6% (associated with improved 5 year survival) is possible when proper oncological surgery is performed of mid and distal rectal adenocarcinoma. Restoration of bowel continuity is possible in most cases, without compromise of cancer clearance. Re-anastomosis can be performed with stapled, transabdominal hand-sewn or coloanal pull-through techniques. However after a direct (straight) anastomosis of the colon to the distal rectum/anus, up to 33% of patients have 3 or more bowel movements/d; some can be troubled with up to 14 stools a day. Construction of a 6-cm colonic J-pouch is likely to cause some reversed peristalsis which improves postoperative bowel frequency without causing neo-rectum evacuation problems. Colonic J-pouch-anal anastomosis patients have a median of 3 bowel movements a day compared with a median of 6 a day for straight anastomoses, at 1 year after surgery. In the longer term, bowel adaptation may enable the function after a straight anastomosis to approximate that of a colonic J-pouch-anal anastomosis. This probably depends in the former, upon whether the more rigid sigmoid colon or more distensible descending colon is used. An additional advantage of the colonic J-pouch-anal anastomosis is the lower risk of anastomotic complications. A more vascularized side-to-end (colonic J-pouch-anal) anastomosis is likely to heal better than an end-to-end (straight) anastomosis. Where the pelvis is too narrow for a bulky colonic J-pouch anal anastomosis, a coloplasty-anal-anastomosis is an option. The latter results in postoperative bowel function comparable with the colonic J-pouch. However, the risk of anastomotic complications is higher possibly related to its end-to-end anastomotic configuration. Laparoscopic techniques for accomplishing all the above are being proven to be effective. Restorative surgery for rectal cancer can be safely and effectively performed with methods to improve bowel function very acceptably; the future advances are likely in laparoscopy.
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Hida JI, Yoshifuji T, Okuno K, Matsuzaki T, Uchida T, Ishimaru E, Tokoro T, Yasutomi M, Shiozaki H. Long-Term Functional Outcome of Colonic J-pouch Reconstruction After Low Anterior Resection for Rectal Cancer. Surg Today 2006; 36:441-9. [PMID: 16633751 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-005-3165-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2005] [Accepted: 09/13/2005] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the long-term functional outcome of colonic J-pouch reconstruction after low anterior resection (LAR) for rectal cancer in a prospective study. METHODS We compared the functional outcome of 46 patients who underwent J-pouch reconstruction (J-group) and 49 patients who underwent straight anastomosis (S-group) after LAR for rectal cancer. We evaluated clinical function using a 17-item questionnaire about different aspects of bowel function. Physiologic reservoir function was evaluated by manovolumetry. RESULTS Among the patients with an ultralow anastomosis (<or=4 cm from the anal verge), those in the J-group had fewer bowel movements during the day and at night, and less urgency, soiling, protective pad use, incontinence, and dissatisfaction with bowel function than those in the S-group. Among the patients with a low anastomosis (5-8 cm from the verge), those in the J-group had fewer bowel movements at night, and less urgency and soiling than those in the S-group. Moreover, reservoir function (reflected by the maximum tolerable volume, threshold volume, and compliance) was better in the J-group than in the S-group in both the ultralow and low anastomosis groups. CONCLUSION J-pouch reconstruction after low anterior resection creates a better stool reservoir than straight anastomosis, especially when the anastomosis is less than 4 cm from the anal verge, resulting in a better quality of life 3 years after rectal cancer resection.
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- Jin-Ichi Hida
- Department of Surgery, Kinki University School of Medicine, 377-2 Ohno-Higashi, Osaka-Sayama, Osaka, 589-8511, Japan
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Heriot AG, Tekkis PP, Constantinides V, Paraskevas P, Nicholls RJ, Darzi A, Fazio VW. Meta-analysis of colonic reservoirs versus straight coloanal anastomosis after anterior resection. Br J Surg 2005; 93:19-32. [PMID: 16273532 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.5188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 118] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background and methods
The comparative benefits and drawbacks of straight coloanal anastomosis (CAA), colonic J-pouch and coloplasty anastomosis after anterior resection are uncertain. Studies published between 1986 and 2005 of colonic J-pouch versus transverse coloplasty or straight CAA were analysed. Endpoints included postoperative complications, and functional and physiological outcomes measured within 6 months, 1 year and 2 years or more after the procedure. A random-effect model was used to aggregate the study endpoints and assess heterogeneity.
Results
Thirty-five studies containing 2240 patients (1066 straight CAA, 1050 J-pouch and 124 coloplasty) were included. There was no significant difference in postoperative complications between the three groups. There was a significant reduction in the frequency of defaecation per day by 1·88, 1·35 and 0·74 motions at the three time intervals in the J-pouch group compared with the straight CAA group. Faecal urgency was less prevalent in patients with a J-pouch than those with a straight CAA (odds ratio 0·27 at 6 months or less and 0·21 at 1 year). There was no difference in functional outcome between J-pouch and coloplasty anastomosis.
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The colonic J-pouch provided functional benefits over straight anastomosis with no increase in postoperative complications. Coloplasty appeared to have similar benefits but further studies are required for validation.
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- A G Heriot
- Department of Surgical Oncology and Technology, Imperial College London, St Mary's Hospital, London, UK
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Bassotti G, de Roberto G, Chistolini F, Morelli A, Pucciani F. Case report: colonic manometry reveals abnormal propulsive behaviour after anterior resection of the rectum. Dig Liver Dis 2005; 37:124-8. [PMID: 15733526 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2004.03.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2004] [Accepted: 03/05/2004] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Anterior resection of the rectum is a frequent surgical procedure. However, abnormal bowel habits following this procedure are frequently reported. The functional evaluation of these patients is usually limited to the anorectal area. By means of colonic manometry, we have evaluated a patient with frequent urge for defecation and increased bowel frequency following anterior resection of the rectum with straight coloanal anastomosis and almost normal anorectal function. Analysis of the tracing revealed a reduction of contractile segmental activity and much more high-amplitude propagated contractions than which occur in healthy subjects. These high-amplitude propagated contractions, representing the manometric equivalent of mass movements, were always in association with urge for defecation and, sometimes, with loose stools. High-amplitude simultaneous contractions were also observed. We feel that the surgical resection of a potential physiological brake may be responsible for these observations.
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- G Bassotti
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Section, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliera and University of Perugia, Italy.
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Ho K, Seow-Choen F. Surgical results of total mesorectal excision for rectal cancer in a specialised colorectal unit. Recent Results Cancer Res 2005; 165:105-11. [PMID: 15865025 DOI: 10.1007/3-540-27449-9_12] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Our aim was to review the results of total mesorectal excision (TME) in a specialised colorectal unit. Perioperative and follow-up data were prospectively collected in a computerised database. A review of all the records was made. The morbidity rate was about 14%, and was higher in patients with coloplasty due to a higher anastomotic leak rate. The local recurrence rate was 2%, the distant metastasis rate was 11%, and both local and distant metastasis occurred in 4%. About 95% of recurrence occurred within 3 years. There was better bowel function in patients with a colonic J-pouch in the first 2 years after surgery, but the advantage disappeared thereafter. There were no differences in function between descending and sigmoid colonic J-pouches. TME in a specialised colorectal unit has low morbidity and mortality. Our procedure of choice is that of a sigmoid colon J-pouch anal anastomosis.
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- KokSun Ho
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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Hida JI, Yoshifuji T, Tokoro T, Inoue K, Matsuzaki T, Okuno K, Shiozaki H, Yasutomi M. Comparison of long-term functional results of colonic J-pouch and straight anastomosis after low anterior resection for rectal cancer: a five-year follow-up. Dis Colon Rectum 2004; 47:1578-85. [PMID: 15540284 DOI: 10.1007/s10350-004-0654-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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PURPOSE Few reports on the long-term functional outcome of colonic J-pouch reconstruction have been published, and data comparing J-pouch and straight reconstruction are contradictory. This prospective study compares the functional outcome of colonic J-pouch and straight anastomosis five years after low anterior resection for rectal cancer. METHODS Functional outcome was compared in 46 patients with J-pouch reconstruction (J-group) and 48 patients with straight anastomosis (S-group). Clinical status was evaluated with a 17-item questionnaire inquiring about different aspects of bowel function. Reservoir function was evaluated by manovolumetry. The Fisher's exact test and Wilcoxon's rank-sum test were used to compare categoric and quantitative data, respectively. RESULTS Among patients with an ultralow anastomosis (< or = 4 cm from the anal verge), the number of bowel movements during the day (> or = 5, 4.3 vs. 29.2 percent; P = 0.028) and at night (> 1/week, 4.3 vs. 33.3 percent; P = 0.013) and urgency (4.3 vs. 33.3 percent; P = 0.013) and soiling (21.7 vs. 50.0 percent; P = 0.043) were less in the J-group than in the S-group. Among patients with a low anastomosis (5 to 8 cm from the verge), patients in the J-group had fewer bowel movements at night (> 1/week, 0 vs. 20.8 percent; P = 0.028) and less urgency (0 vs. 20.8 percent; P = 0.028). Reservoir function was better in the J-group than in the S-group in both the ultralow (maximum tolerable volume (mean), 101.7 vs. 76.3 ml; P = 0.004; threshold volume (mean), 46.5 vs. 30.4 ml; P < 0.001; compliance (mean), 4.9 vs. 2.5 ml/cm H2O; P < 0.001) and low-anastomosis (maximum tolerable volume, 120.4 vs. 97.9 ml; P < 0.001; threshold volume, 58.3 vs. 40.8 ml; P < 0.001; compliance, 5.2 vs. 3.1 ml/cm H2O; P < 0.001) groups. CONCLUSIONS J-pouch reconstruction increased reservoir function and provided better functional outcome than straight anastomosis, even five years after surgery, especially in patients whose anastomosis is less than 4 cm from the anal verge.
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- Jin-ichi Hida
- First Department of Surgery, Kinki University School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan.
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Matsuoka H, Masaki T, Sugiyama M, Atomi Y. Large contractions in the colonic J-pouch as a possible cause of incomplete evacuation. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2004; 389:391-5. [PMID: 15605171 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-004-0499-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2003] [Accepted: 04/07/2004] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Restoration of neo-rectal capacity is of importance in obtaining better bowel function after low anterior resection for rectal carcinoma. However, evacuatory disorders, such as incomplete evacuation, have been reported in some patients undergoing colonic J-pouch reconstruction. Therefore, we conducted this study to explore the possible factor affecting incomplete evacuation following low anterior resection for rectal carcinoma. PATIENTS/METHODS The subjects were 37 consecutive patients who had undergone low anterior resection for rectal tumor (colonic J-pouch in 13 patients, straight anastomosis in 24). Clinical and physiological outcomes were determined at a mean follow-up time of 12 months after the operation, and the parameters were compared between patients with and without postoperative incomplete evacuation. RESULTS Although anastomosis level from the anal verge was lower in the J-pouch group (6.5 cm vs 3.9 cm, P<0.05), there was no significant difference between J-pouch and straight reconstruction regarding clinical and physiological outcomes. Postoperative incomplete evacuation was significantly more frequent in the J-pouch group than in the straight group (46% vs 25%, P<0.05). Postoperative large contractions on ano-rectal manometry were also significantly more apparent in the J-pouch group than in the straight group (31% vs 4%, P<0.05). Presence of postoperative large contractions (P=0.004), anastomotic stricture (P=0.019) and smaller postoperative maximum tolerable volume ( P=0.009) were significantly and independently associated with incomplete evacuation by multivariate analysis. CONCLUSION Colonic J-pouch reconstruction following ultra-low anterior resection was comparable with higher level straight anastomosis from the clinical and physiological point of view. The presence of large contractions might be an important indicator of incomplete evacuation in patients who are undergoing rectal resection.
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- Hiroyoshi Matsuoka
- The Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Kyorin University, 6-20-2 Shinkawa, Mitaka, 181-8611 Tokyo, Japan.
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Sugamata Y, Takase Y, Oya M. Scintigraphic comparison of neorectal emptying between colonic J-pouch anastomosis and straight anastomosis after stapled low anterior resection. Int J Colorectal Dis 2003; 18:355-60. [PMID: 12677455 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-003-0481-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/21/2003] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Colonic J-pouch anastomosis after low anterior resection of the rectum has been reported to be associated with an increased risk of evacuation difficulty. Using scintigraphy we compared neorectal emptying after stapled low anterior resection between colonic J-pouch anastomosis and straight anastomosis. PATIENTS AND METHODS We studied 19 patients after colonic J-pouch anastomosis and 22 after straight anastomosis. After the introduction of an artificial stool containing (99m)Tc-DTPA into the neorectum sequential lateral gamma images were obtained. From the time activity curve of radioactivity in the whole pelvis the time taken to evacuate one-half of the introduced artificial stool ( t(1/2)) and the percentage of artificial stool evacuated in 1 min (Evac(1)) were calculated. Fourteen volunteers were also studied as the reference group. RESULTS The t(1/2) was significantly longer and Evac(1) significantly lower in patients after low anterior resection than in the reference group. t(1/2) was significantly longer in the pouch group than in the straight group. Anastomotic height was significantly correlated with both t(1/2) and Evac(1). Neither t(1/2) nor Evac(1) was correlated with the severity of impaired defecatory function. CONCLUSION Although neither of the two parameters of neorectal emptying was correlated with the severity of impaired defecatory function, less effective neorectal emptying in patients after colonic J-pouch anastomosis than in those after straight anastomosis may be a factor causing evacuation difficulty after colonic J-pouch anastomosis.
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- Yoshitake Sugamata
- Department of Surgery, Koshigaya Hospital, Dokkyo University School of Medicine, 2-1-50 Minami-Koshigaya, 343-8555, Saitama, Japan
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- W Hohenberger
- Department of Surgery, University of Erlangen-Nuremburg, Krankenhausstrasse 12, 91054 Erlangen, Germany.
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Bruch HP, Schwandner O, Farke S, Nolde J. Pouch reconstruction in the pelvis. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2003; 388:60-75. [PMID: 12690483 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-003-0363-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2003] [Accepted: 02/06/2003] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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ILEAL POUCH RECONSTRUCTION: Proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) is the procedure of choice in mucosal ulcerative colitis (MUC) and familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). Because the disease is cured by surgical resection, functional results, pouch survival prognosis, and disease or dysplasia control are the major determinants of success. There is controversy as to whether the IPAA should be handsewn with mucosectomy or stapled, preserving the mucosa of the anal transitional zone. Crohn's disease is a contraindication for IPAA, but long-term outcome after IPAA is similar to that for MUC in patients with indeterminate colitis who do not develop Crohn's disease. As development of dysplasia and cancer in the ileal pouch have been reported, a standardized surveillance program is mandatory in cases of MUC, FAP, and chronic pouchitis. COLONIC POUCH RECONSTRUCTION: Construction of a colonic pouch is a widely accepted technique to improve functional outcome after low or intersphincteric resection for rectal cancer. Several randomized studies comparing colo-pouch-anal anastomosis (CPA) with straight coloanal anastomosis (CAA) have found the pouch functionally superior. Most controlled studies cover only 1-year follow-up, but randomized studies with 2-year follow-up show similar functional results of CPA and CAA. Evacuation difficulty as initially observed was related to pouch size, and the results with smaller pouches (5-6 cm) are more favorable, showing adequate reservoir function without compromising neorectal evacuation. The transverse coloplasty pouch may offer several advantages to J-pouch reconstruction. Current series question whether the neorectal reservoir is the physiological key of the pouch, but rather the decreased motility. The major advantage reported with colonic pouch reconstruction is the lower incidence of anastomotic complications.
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- H-P Bruch
- Klinik für Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Lübeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538 Lübeck, Germany.
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[Which type of coloanal anastomosis?]. ANNALES DE CHIRURGIE 2003; 128:103-4. [PMID: 12657548 DOI: 10.1016/s0003-3944(02)00031-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Scientific surgery. Br J Surg 2002. [DOI: 10.1046/j.1365-2168.2000.01702.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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There is considerable skepticism regarding sphincter-preserving surgery for rectal cancer, and 40% to 60% APR rates are reported in many prospective studies. Despite radical surgery, 20% positive margin rates are frequently reported. Rectal carcinoma responds to preoperative chemoradiation therapy with a 10% to 15% pathologic complete response rate. Preoperative therapy offers an opportunity to reduce the positive margin rate and to reduce the APR rate. Because there is significant tumor regression with preoperative therapy, distal margins of less 1 cm are acceptable and do not result in suture line recurrence. APR rate of less than 10% is feasible and better chemotherapy with radiation therapy will reduce the APR to less than 5%.
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- David M Ota
- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, 9200 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53226, USA.
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Ho YH, Brown S, Heah SM, Tsang C, Seow-Choen F, Eu KW, Tang CL. Comparison of J-pouch and coloplasty pouch for low rectal cancers: a randomized, controlled trial investigating functional results and comparative anastomotic leak rates. Ann Surg 2002; 236:49-55. [PMID: 12131085 PMCID: PMC1422548 DOI: 10.1097/00000658-200207000-00009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 120] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the efficacy of a novel coloplasty colonic pouch design in optimizing bowel function after ultralow anterior resection. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA A colonic J-pouch may reduce excessive stool frequency and incontinence after anterior resection, but at the risk of evacuation problems. Experimental surgery on pigs has suggested that a coloplasty pouch (CP) may be a useful alternative. Although CP has recently been shown to be feasible in patients, there is no randomized controlled trial comparing bowel function with the J-pouch. METHODS After anterior resection for cancer, patients were allocated to either J-pouch or CP-anal anastomoses. Continence scoring, anorectal manometry, and endoanal ultrasound assessments were made before surgery. All complications were recorded, and these preoperative assessments were repeated at 4 months. The assessments were repeated again at 1 year, and a quality of life questionnaire was added. RESULTS Eighty-eight patients were recruited from October 1998 to April 2000. Both groups were well matched for age, gender, staging, adjuvant therapy, and mean follow-up. There were no differences in the intraoperative time and hospital stay. CP resulted in more anastomotic leaks. At 4 months, J-pouch patients had 10.3% less stool fragmentation but poorer stool deferment and more nocturnal leakage. However, there were no differences in the bowel function, continence score, and quality of life at 1 year. There were no differences in the anorectal manometry and endoanal ultrasound findings. CONCLUSIONS Coloplasty pouches resulted in more anastomotic leaks and minimal differences in bowel function. At present, the J-pouch remains the benchmark for routine clinical practice, and due care (including defunctioning stoma) should be exercised in situations requiring CP.
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- Yik-Hong Ho
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.
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- M. S Javed
- Department of Surgery, Royal Free and University College London Medical School, University College London, London, UK
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Ho YH. Postanal sphincter repair for anterior resection anal sphincter injuries: report of three cases. Dis Colon Rectum 2001; 44:1218-20. [PMID: 11535866 DOI: 10.1007/bf02234648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Treatment options are limited for intractable excessive stool frequency and incontinence after low anterior resection for rectal cancer. Fortunately, this is quite rare, but three such patients were reported. The patients did not respond to two years of expectant treatment, including medications and anorectal biofeedback. Anorectal physiologic tests and endoanal ultrasound findings were consistent with internal anal sphincter injuries, which are known to occur with transanal insertion of stapling instruments. After postanal sphincter repair, stool frequency was reduced from 5.7 (standard error of the mean, 1.3) to 1.7 (0.3) stools per day. Fecal incontinence requiring pads in all patients was reduced to full continence in two patients and gas incontinence in one. Continence score improved from 13.7 (2.2) to 1.3 (0.3). Mean follow-up was 3.2 (0.5) years. Postanal sphincter repair could be considered when persistent bowel dysfunction after anterior resection is caused by internal sphincter injury.
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- Y H Ho
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Outram Road, Singapore 169806
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