Colorectal surgery: the risk and burden of adhesion‐related complications

200492 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Mike Parker · Darent Valley Hospital

Malcolm Wilson · Manchester University

D Menzies · Colchester Hospital

G T Sunderland · Southern General Hospital

J N Thompson · Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

David Clark · Scottish Health Services

Alastair D. Knight ·

Abstract

Colorectal surgery is associated with a considerable rate of adhesion-related readmissions. Preventative measures should be considered to reduce this risk.

Topics & Keywords

Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions Hernia repair and management Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Colorectal Disease

Volume 6, Issue 6, pp. 506-511

DOI: 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2004.00709.x

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