[Colon anastomosis: single-layer (row) suture (author's transl)]

Comparison of two groups of patients with different anastomosis techniques (622 large-bowel resection) demonstrates a lower rate of complications with the single-row anastomosis. These observations were proved in dogs and rats. The double-row suture prolonged the healing process, delayed revascularization, and led to the formation of intramural abscess and stenotic intraluminal roll building. These problems were not observed in single-row anastomosis, which is designed to promote faster healing.