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[Video-assisted left colectomy for severe constipation. Description of two cases]
J M Casanelli1, C Blegole, J N'Dri
1Service de chirurgie générale, digestive, endocrinienne et vidéo-chirurgie du Pr N'GUESSAN H. A. CHU Treicville, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. casanelli@voila.fr
Medecine Tropicale : Revue Du Corps De Sante Colonial
|April 18, 2006
Summary
Laparoscopic surgery for dolichocolon effectively treated severe constipation in two patients. This minimally invasive approach, involving left colectomy, offers a good outcome for carefully selected individuals.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Dolichocolon, characterized by an elongated colon, can lead to severe constipation.
- Surgical intervention is considered for refractory cases unresponsive to conservative management.
Observation:
- Two patients, a 43-year-old male and a 41-year-old female, presented with severe constipation due to dolichocolon.
- Both patients underwent laparoscopic surgery, specifically a left colectomy with colorectal anastomosis.
Findings:
- The laparoscopic procedure resulted in no operative mortality or morbidity.
- Both patients experienced a good outcome regarding their constipation symptoms post-surgery.
Implications:
- Laparoscopic surgery is a viable and effective treatment for dolichocolon in select patients.
- Minimally invasive techniques can improve patient outcomes for complex gastrointestinal conditions.