title: Technical aspects of ileoanal pouch surgery.
abstract: Ileal pouch-anal anastomosis has become the surgical procedure of choice for chronic ulcerative colitis. Since the initial description of the technique, various modifications have facilitated its evolution into a safe operation with excellent long-term outcomes. However, some aspects of the operation remain contentious. Our aim is to describe the technical aspects of ileal pouch-anal anastomosis and review the current literature in the areas of controversy.
authors.affiliation: Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic Foundation, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.
authors.forename: Peter W G
authors.initials: PW
authors.lastname: Carne
authors.forename: John H
authors.initials: JH
authors.lastname: Pemberton