Single-layer anastomosis of the colon. A review of 165 cases

Am J Surg. 1978 May;135(5):630-2. doi: 10.1016/0002-9610(78)90124-1.

Abstract

One hundred sixty-five patients undergoing elective colorectal or colonic anastomoses with a one-layer technic are presented. One death from suture line dehiscence was noted, and the overall mortality was 2.4 per cent. The usual technic for esophagogastrointestinal suturing in French surgical centers is described and the importance of suture technic in the etiology of anastomotic leaks is discussed.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Colon / surgery*
  • Colonic Diseases / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Methods
  • Middle Aged
  • Rectal Diseases / surgery
  • Surgical Wound Dehiscence / etiology
  • Surgical Wound Dehiscence / prevention & control
  • Suture Techniques*