Resection of rectum and rectosigmoid with preservation of the sphincter for benign spastic lesions producing megacolon; an experimental study

O Swenson, AH Bill - Surgery, 1948 - api.taylorfrancis.com
O Swenson, AH Bill
Surgery, 1948api.taylorfrancis.com
A series of 20 cases of megacolon with spasm of the rectosigmoid in children is reported. 2.
A method of resection of the rectum and rectosigmoid, with preservation of the sphincter, is
described. This method was evaluated in a series of 15 dogs. Results showed (a) infection
in but one case,(b) good sphincter control in all and (c) no postoperative strictures.
Abstract
1. A series of 20 cases of megacolon with spasm of the rectosigmoid in children is reported.
2. A method of resection of the rectum and rectosigmoid, with preservation of the sphincter, is described. This method was evaluated in a series of 15 dogs. Results showed (a) infection in but one case,(b) good sphincter control in all and (c) no postoperative strictures.
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