Abdominal wall hernias through a standard midline laparotomy occur at high rates, in the range of 10%. Primary repair of such hernia defects has been associated with recurrence rates in the range of ...

Most colostomies are meant to be temporary, but the high risk of complications like leakage and infection can keep many people from having the procedure reversed. You might need a colostomy to help ...

A loop colostomy is a kind of colostomy that may be done to either manage gastrointestinal issues or provide bowel rest. It is easier to reverse than other types, which makes it a common option for ...

Patients can be reassured that delays in stoma reversal surgery do not affect long-term outcomes according to new research. The Lancaster University study was led by Dr. Rachael Rigby from the Faculty ...

Colorectal cancer is a common tumor of the digestive system. This is 3rd in men and 2nd in women in terms of tumor incidence according to reports 1,2. With the clinical application of neoadjuvant ...

A recent study reveals that hand-sewn anastomosis serves as a primary predictor for postoperative ileus, a clinical complication affecting approximately 30.2% of rectal cancer patients ...

Patients can be reassured that delays in stoma reversal surgery do not affect long-term outcomes according to research funded by Bowel Cancer UK and North West Cancer Research. The Lancaster ...