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[Radiologic evaluation of ileal reservoirs. Our experience]
M G Genovese1, G P Cavallotti, R Bocchini
1Servizio di Radiodiagnostica, Ospedale Mauriziano Torino.
Minerva Chirurgica
|March 15, 1990
Summary
Radiology effectively identified post-operative complications in 25 patients who underwent ileal reservoir surgery for ulcerative colitis or familial polyposis. This imaging technique proved valuable for assessing surgical outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Gastrointestinal surgery
- Diagnostic radiology
- Colorectal diseases
Background:
- Ulcerative colitis and familial polyposis necessitate surgical intervention, often involving colectomy and ileo-anal anastomosis.
- Ileal reservoir creation is a common reconstructive technique following proctocolectomy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of radiological investigations in detecting post-operative complications.
- To assess the outcomes of ileal reservoir surgery in patients with ulcerative colitis and familial polyposis.
Main Methods:
- Radiological imaging was performed on 25 patients post-colectomy, mucosal proctectomy, and endorectal ileo-anal anastomosis with an ileal reservoir.
- Patients had a history of ulcerative colitis or familial polyposis.
Main Results:
- Radiology successfully demonstrated various post-operative complications.
- The imaging modality provided valuable insights into the patient cohort's surgical outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Radiological investigation is a crucial tool for identifying complications after ileal reservoir surgery.
- The findings underscore the importance of imaging in managing patients who have undergone extensive colorectal procedures.