Journal ArticleSeminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery · December 1, 2019
The management of anal fistula remains a source of frustration for patients and surgeons alike. The continued challenge posed by this condition has led to considerable innovation and investigation with the ongoing refinement of surgical techniques, the dev ...
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Journal ArticleJ Gastrointest Surg · January 2017
INTRODUCTION: It is uncertain whether the outcomes of patients with indeterminate colitis (IC) undergoing ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) deteriorate over time. The aim of this study was to determine the long-term pouch function, quality of life, compl ...
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Journal ArticleDis Colon Rectum · March 2013
BACKGROUND: Length of stay following elective colorectal surgery is being reported as a quality measure in surgical outcome registries, such as the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program. Regional referral centers with large geographic catchment are ...
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Journal ArticleInternational Journal of Surgery Case Reports · January 1, 2012
INTRODUCTION: Intestinal duplications are rare developmental anomalies that can occur anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract. Rectal duplication cysts account for approximately 4% of all duplication cysts. They usually present in childhood with symptoms ...
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