title: Sphincter-splitting approach to the rectum.
abstract: This is a brief report of experience gained on our service with the sphincter-splitting approach to the rectum. The main indications for the approach are emphasized. Sphincter splitting is a new way to resolve surgical problems that have been difficult to solve before. It should be offered to suitable patients who otherwise would have to undergo more extensive operations that carry with them more inherent liabilities.
mesh_terms: D000236:Adenoma / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D009217:Myosarcoma / Q000601:surgery*; D011379:Prognosis; D012003:Rectal Fistula / Q000601:surgery; D012004:Rectal Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D012005:Rectal Prolapse / Q000601:surgery*