title: [Complications following construction and closure of loop ileostomies].
abstract: A protective loop ileostomy is used to reduce the incidence and consequences of anastomotic failure following colorectal resection. Closure of a loop ileostomy is associated with low mortality but many studies have demonstrated high morbidity rates. The aim of this review is to examine the existing evidence on the morbidity following closure of loop ileostomies and to investigate possible risk factors for complications. There is no consensus in the literature about the risk factors for complications. Counseling of the patient about the risks for complications is emphasized.
authors.affiliation: Gastroenheden, Hvidovre Hospital, 2650 Hvidovre, Denmark. alaa@itu.dk
authors.forename: Alaa
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: El-Hussuna
authors.forename: Steffen
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Bülow
authors.forename: Morten
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Lauritsen
mesh_terms: D000714:Anastomosis, Surgical / Q000009:adverse effects; D003106:Colon / Q000601:surgery; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D006801:Humans; D007081:Ileostomy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D012007:Rectum / Q000601:surgery; D012307:Risk Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome