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ArticleSurgical endoscopy2020

Transanal hybrid colon resection: techniques and outcomes for benign colorectal diseases.

Karl-Hermann Fuchs, Thomas Schulz, Ryan Broderick, Wolfram Breithaupt, Benjamin Babic, Gabor Varga, Santiago Horgan

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7 authors at 3 institutions in 2 countries.

Karl-Hermann FuchsDepartment of Surgery, Center for the Future of Surgery, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, MC:0740, La Jolla, CA, 92093, USA. Karl-Hermann.Fuchs@gmx.de.ORCID 0000-0002-0017-8285
Thomas SchulzDepartment of General- and Viszeral-Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Krankenhaus, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Ryan BroderickDepartment of Surgery, Center for the Future of Surgery, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, MC:0740, La Jolla, CA, 92093, USA.
Wolfram BreithauptDepartment of General- and Viszeral-Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Krankenhaus, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Benjamin BabicDepartment of Surgery, University of Mainz, Mainz, Germany.
Gabor VargaDepartment of General- and Viszeral-Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Krankenhaus, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Santiago HorganDepartment of Surgery, Center for the Future of Surgery, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, MC:0740, La Jolla, CA, 92093, USA.
Agaplesion Markus Hospital · DEUniversity of California San Diego · USJohannes Gutenberg University Mainz · DE

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Abstract

backgroundTransanal hybrid rectal and colon resection have been introduced in recent years at dedicated surgical centers. The anus is used as a natural orifice for large size access. The use of transanal hybrid colectomy techniques is still in its infancy with outcomes and unique complications being identified. The purpose of this work is the evaluation of outcomes for transanal hybrid colon resections (ta-CR), including intra operative and postoperative complications, results, and advantages.

methodsA prospectively maintained database was analyzed. Inclusion criteria were any patient who underwent ta-CR for rectal prolapse, slow transit, obstructive defaecation, and chronic sigmoid diverticulitis. Patients were excluded from ta-CR if BMI > 30, major previous abdominal surgery, or presence of a large inflammatory mass in diverticulitis. Transanal access was used for all operative steps requiring access of more than 5 mm, such as staplers, large graspers, and specimen retrieval. Data acquisition and analysis was performed for operative time, complications, and postoperative quality of life.

resultsFrom 2012 to 2017, 82 patients underwent ta-CR [33 males, 49 females, median age 58 (24-80)]. Transanal-subtotal colectomy and ta-CR for constipation was performed in 12 patients; ta-CR and rectopexy in 31, and ta-CR for diverticulitis was performed in 39 patients. Conversion to traditional approach was required in 3 cases (3.6%). Intraoperative complication included 1 rectal tear requiring intervention. Post-op complications included 3 leaks requiring laparoscopic and 1 open revision, the latter developed wound infection and an incisional hernia. Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index (GIQLI) improved significantly from preoperative 89 to postoperative 119 (p < 0.001). No patients with ta-CR without open revision developed a hernia post-op with median 18 months follow-up.

conclusionsta-CR is a safe and effective NOTES Hybrid technique for colorectal procedures in selected patients with benign colon disorders. GIQLI shows improvement and this technique can have the potential in preventing wound and hernia complications.

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AdultAgedAged, 80 and overAnal CanalColectomyColon, SigmoidColorectal NeoplasmsConstipationFemaleHumansLaparoscopyMaleMiddle AgedOperative TimePostoperative ComplicationsQuality of LifeLaparoscopic colon resectionRectal prolapseSigmoid diverticulitisSlow transit constipationTransanal colon resectionTransanal subtotal colectomy

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