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Colostomy closure: technique and morbidity.

P Chapius, M Killingback

    The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery
    |June 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    This retrospective review of 100 colostomy closures found a 29% complication rate, with wound infections being the most common issue. Fortunately, no deaths or faecal fistulae were reported in this series.

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    Area of Science:

    • Colorectal surgery
    • Surgical outcomes

    Background:

    • Colostomy closure is a common surgical procedure.
    • Assessing complication rates is crucial for surgical practice.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the outcomes of 100 consecutive colostomy closures.
    • To identify the types and incidence of complications.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective case series analysis.
    • Review of 100 consecutive colostomy closures performed between 1968 and 1978.

    Main Results:

    • Overall complication rate was 29%.
    • Wound infection occurred in 22 patients.
    • Three patients experienced serious intraabdominal complications, with no deaths or faecal fistulae.

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    Conclusions:

    • Colostomy closure can be performed with low mortality and no faecal fistulae.
    • Wound infection remains a significant concern requiring attention.