Since the development of uncovered self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) in the 1990s,
endoscopic stents have evolved dramatically. Application of new materials and new designs …

Nearly one-quarter of bowel obstructions occur in the large bowel. As with all bowel
obstructions, large bowel obstructions have three defining characteristics: partial or …

BACKGROUND: Benign strictures arise in 5.8% to 20% of colorectal anastomoses. For such
strictures, endoscopic dilation has proven to be a valid and safe treatment. A variety of …

Colorectal anastomotic benign strictures represent a challenging complication. Endoscopic
dilation represents a valid and safe treatment. The purpose of this study is to retrospectively …

Objective: Anastomotic ulceration (AU) is a rare complication after intestinal resection and
anastomosis, described mostly in children. The main symptom is occult bleeding, leading to …

Background and aims Anastomotic ulceration (AU) is a rare potential life-threatening
complication that may occur after intestinal resection. The diagnosis is often delayed after a …

OBJECTIVE: Although gastric anastomotic ulcers have been well described, there are only a
few reports in the literature, mostly in the pediatric population, of ulcers occurring at colonic …

BACKGROUND: Colonic anastomotic strictures complicate colorectal resection in up to 7%
of cases and are often managed with endoscopic dilation. Complete anastomotic …

Benign stricture is a relatively common complication of colorectal anastomosis after low
anterior resection. On occasion, the anastomosis may close completely. A variety of …

This article addresses the use of computed tomographic colonography (CTC) for the
diagnosis and management of colorectal cancer, focusing on presurgical evaluation of the …