The incidence of parastomal hernias is probably 30% to 50%. Suture repair of a parastomal
hernia or relocation of the stoma results in a high recurrence rate, whereas with mesh repair …

The use of laparoscopic techniques in benign colorectal surgery has expanded over the
past several years, but controversy continues to surround the use of laparoscopic resection …

We aimed to present our clinical experience with FG treatment. Fournier's gangrene (FG) is
a rare but serious disease characterized by progressive necrosis in the genitourinary and …

Background This prospective study reviews the management of isolated civilian
extraperitoneal rectal gunshot injuries using a protocol of diagnostic laparoscopy and …

Background The aim of this study was to assess the results of laparoscopic stoma creation
for fecal diversion, specifically focussing on feasibility, safety, and efficacy, as well as …

Although the role of laparoscopic techniques in performing major colorectal resections is
unclear, laparoscopy may be well suited for fecal diversion procedures because no …

Background and aims Idiopathic constipation is a rare indication for ileostomy construction.
The aim of the study was to evaluate the success of ileostomy in treatment of severe …

Background Current management of extraperitoneal rectal injuries involves a laparotomy
and diversion of the fecal stream. In this study, we review our experience with laparoscopy …

Background: Minimally invasive intestinal stoma formation using a laparoscopic approach or
through a trephine, is widely described in published literature. The incidence of parastomal …

PURPOSE: We report our early experiences with laparoscopic intestinal stomas, describing
the indications, the surgical techniques, and the complications of this new procedure …