title: A novel method for intra-operative colonic decompression without contamination.
abstract: The need for intra-operative colonic decompression is commonplace within general surgical theatre. However, cases are usually complex, present late and the risk of perforation with subsequent contamination is high. We describe a novel technique for closed decompression using a laparoscopic trocar and standard pool sucker in a 78-year-old gentleman with an obstructing sigmoid tumour.
authors.affiliation: West Sussex Hospitals Trust, Worthing, UK.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Bhoday
authors.affiliation: West Sussex Hospitals Trust, Worthing, UK.
authors.forename: Wfa
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Miles