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The left transverse colostomy.

L Morgenstern, S L Michel

    Diseases of the Colon and Rectum
    |February 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Left transverse colostomy offers advantages over the traditional right approach, including reduced prolapse and fewer surgical stages. This study reports on fifteen cases of left transverse colostomy for various indications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Oncology
    • Colorectal Surgery

    Background:

    • Right transverse colostomy is traditionally used for distal colonic obstructions, diverticulitis, injuries, and protecting anastomoses.
    • Right transverse colostomy is associated with complications like prolapse, liquid effluent, adhesions, and typically requires three surgical operations.
    • Left transverse colostomy presents potential benefits including reduced prolapse, better effluent absorption, fewer adhesions, and possibility for two-stage resection.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of left transverse colostomy.
    • To compare the advantages of left transverse colostomy over the traditional right transverse colostomy.

    Main Methods:

    • A retrospective review of fifteen cases where left transverse colostomies were performed.

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  • Analysis of diverse indications for left transverse colostomy.

    • Main Results:

    • Left transverse colostomy demonstrated a reduced incidence of prolapse compared to right transverse colostomy.
    • The procedure offered an increased absorptive surface and avoided adhesions in the right upper quadrant.
    • Left transverse colostomy facilitated a two-stage resection in the reported cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Left transverse colostomy is a viable alternative to right transverse colostomy, offering significant advantages.
    • The findings support the use of left transverse colostomy for various colorectal conditions, potentially simplifying surgical management.