Experience with stapling in rectal surgery.
This review evaluates the use of the circular stapling device for the creation of colorectal anastomoses. It emphasizes the meticulous attention to detail that is needed to minimize intra- and postoperative complications.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007431:Intraoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D012007:Rectum / Q000601:surgery*; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D013528:Surgical Staplers; D013536:Suture Techniques