title: Intraoperative adjuncts in colorectal surgery.
abstract: This article reviews the evidence regarding intraoperative techniques used by surgeons to prevent postoperative complications. The specific prophylactic measures examined include proximal diversion and use of drains after colorectal anastomoses, omentoplasty, adhesion prevention, and optimal wound closure.
authors.affiliation: Division of General Surgery, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
authors.forename: Husein
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Moloo
authors.forename: David A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Etzioni
mesh_terms: D000714:Anastomosis, Surgical; D002483:Cellulose, Oxidized / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003108:Colonic Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D003125:Colostomy; D013505:Digestive System Surgical Procedures; D006801:Humans; D007081:Ileostomy; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000601:surgery; D007430:Intraoperative Care; D012002:Rectal Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D013396:Suction; D058106:Wound Closure Techniques
chemical_list: D002483:Cellulose, Oxidized; C060002:INTERCEED