[Abdominal approach to rectal resection with subperitoneal anastomosis by anterior colorectal intubation (author's...

Opposing techniques for direct mechanical or manual subperitoneal colorectal anastomosis, the author employs anterior colorectal intubation and a temporary perineal colon anus. In this way, the anastomosis is doubly protected and maximum protection is obtained against the development of fistulae from anastomotic disunion.