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[Consecutive series of 100 colonic resections with a modified continuous suture technic]
A Marczell1, H Rosen, H Spoula
1Chirurgische Abteilung des Hanusch-Krankenhauses, Wien.
Langenbecks Archiv Fur Chirurgie
|January 1, 1987
Summary
A modified continuous suture for colon anastomosis in elderly patients is secure and prompt. This method shows low rates of insufficiency (2%) and mortality (2%), with urological complications being the most frequent issue.
Area of Science:
- Colorectal surgery
- Surgical techniques
- Geriatric surgery
Context:
- Elderly patients undergoing colon anastomosis often require secure and prompt surgical methods.
- Assessing the efficacy and safety of modified continuous suture techniques in this demographic is crucial.
Purpose:
- To evaluate a modified continuous suture technique for colon anastomosis, particularly in elderly patients.
- To determine the rates of anastomotic insufficiency, mortality, and overall complications associated with this technique.
Summary:
- A consecutive series evaluated a modified continuous suture for colon anastomosis in elderly patients.
- The technique demonstrated a 2% rate of anastomotic insufficiency and a 2% mortality rate.
- Overall complication rate was 11%, with urological complications accounting for 6%.
Impact:
- The modified continuous suture offers a secure and prompt option for colon anastomosis in the elderly.
- The study provides valuable data on the safety profile, including low insufficiency and mortality rates.
- Identifies urological complications as a predominant concern, guiding future preventative strategies.