| Literature DB >> 20011425 |
Sanjay Jobanputra1, Eric G Weiss.
Abstract
Strictureplasty in patients with Crohn's disease is an option in the colorectal surgeon's armamentarium for fibrostenotic obstructive disease. Common types include the Heineke-Mikulicz strictureplasty, Finney strictureplasty, and the side-to-side isoperistaltic strictureplasty. The procedure has potential for significant morbidity; therefore, it should be chosen for the patient carefully. Strictureplasty complements bowel resection in Crohn's disease; it is an excellent procedure to reduce the risk of developing short-bowel syndrome and its associated complications.Entities:
Keywords: Crohn's disease; obstruction; strictureplasty
Year: 2007 PMID: 20011425 PMCID: PMC2780218 DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-991028
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Clin Colon Rectal Surg ISSN: 1530-9681