title: Intraoperative Chaffin sump recto-colonic irrigation.
abstract: A simple method for intraoperative rectocolonic irrigation using the time-honored Chaffin sump drain is recommended. It assures an empty particulate matter-free bowel for anastomosis, washes out malignant cells, and provides proof of the integrity of anastomosis and decompression of the proximal bowel when indicated.
mesh_terms: D003106:Colon / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D012007:Rectum / Q000601:surgery; D013525:Surgical Instruments; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative; D007507:Therapeutic Irrigation / Q000295:instrumentation*