The Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis: Identifying Structural Disorders

Inflamm Bowel Dis. 2024 May 2;30(5):863-867. doi: 10.1093/ibd/izad320.
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Keywords: IPAA; J-pouch; complications; pouch; structural.

Plain language summary

Chronic disorders of a pelvic pouch may result from structural complications secondary to postoperative surgical complications which manifest as a variety of symptoms. Knowing the crucial pitfalls of pouch construction can guide treatment options in patients suffering from signs of pouch failure.

Publication types

  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Anal Canal / surgery
  • Anastomosis, Surgical
  • Colitis, Ulcerative / surgery
  • Colonic Pouches* / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology
  • Proctocolectomy, Restorative* / adverse effects
  • Proctocolectomy, Restorative* / methods