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Successful treatment of anastomotic leakage with an intestinal obstruction catheter and stent by colonoscopy: a case report and brief literature review

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Anastomotic leakage (AL) is one of the most common, severe, and difficult-to-treat complications after colorectal cancer surgery. However, to date, the best treatment options for AL remain elusive. Case description: Here, we report the case of a 70-year-old man who had previously undergone Hartmann's surgery and developed a large AL after a colostomy reversal surgery in an external hospital. The condition mainly manifested as passage of the fecal material through the abdominal drainage tube accompanied by fever after intestinal surgery. We used a new method involving a transanal obstruction catheter combined with an anastomotic stent, along with fasting, administration of parenteral nutrition, and anti-infection treatment. By following this approach, AL was successfully cured without any complications. Conclusion: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case of the use of a transanal intestinal obstruction catheter combined with an anastomotic stent for treating colorectal AL; the findings may guide clinicians to better treat and manage AL.

Source: Frontiers in Oncology

DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2024.1428452

Authors: Wang Huang, Zhenzong Tan, Hao Sun

Institutions: Chongqing University, Chongqing Cancer Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,295