Long-Term Outcomes of the Obstruction Treatment in Benign and Malignant Colonic Obstruction: A Multicentre Study

Abstract

Introduction Patients with colonic obstruction are at risk for emergency resection, which is a risk factor for increased mortality and morbidity. In left-sided obstructive colon cancer, the principle of bridge-to-surgery is already recommended to reduce complications. From this treatment strategy, the obstruction treatment is derived. In this treatment strategy, bowel wall distention is reduced by minimizing stool production through laxatives and dietary measures. Short-term outcomes have already shown promising results. This study aims to evaluate long-term outcomes in patients treated with this obstruction treatment.

Keywords

• colorectal
• bowel obstruction
• obstructive
• elective surgery