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Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2004; 17(1): 35-41
DOI: 10.1055/s-2004-823069
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Technical Aspects of Ileoanal Pouch Surgery

Peter W. G. Carne1 , John H. Pemberton1
  • 1Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic Foundation, Rochester, Minnesota
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Ileal pouch-anal anastomosis has become the surgical procedure of choice for chronic ulcerative colitis. Since the initial description of the technique, various modifications have facilitated its evolution into a safe operation with excellent long-term outcomes. However, some aspects of the operation remain contentious. Our aim is to describe the technical aspects of ileal pouch-anal anastomosis and review the current literature in the areas of controversy.

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Ileoanal pouch - ulcerative colitis - surgery

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John H PembertonM.D. 

Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Mayo Clinic Foundation, 200 First Street SW

Rochester, MN 55905

Email: pemberton.john@mayo.edu