Radiological Recanalization of an Occluded Anterior Resection Anastomosis

Journal Article · Fri Dec 15 00:00:00 EST 2006 · Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/S00270-005-0250-6· OSTI ID:21091099

Cowley, J B; Hartley, J E ^[1]; Cast, J E.I. ^[2]

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1. Castle Hill Hospital, Department of General Surgery (United Kingdom)
2. Hull Royal Infirmary, Department of Radiology (United Kingdom)

We present a case of occluded colorectal anastomosis following surgery for rectal tumor. Contrast enema and antegrade ileography confirmed occlusion by a thin membrane. This was thought amenable to needle puncture and placement of a temporary stent under fluoroscopy guidance, avoiding surgery and its associated morbidity. This provides a minimally invasive alternative to surgery and has only been reported once before.

• OSTI ID: 21091099
• Journal Information: Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology, Vol. 29, Issue 6; Other Information: DOI: 10.1007/s00270-005-0250-6; Copyright (c) 2006 Springer Science+Business Media, Inc.; www.springer-ny.com; Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 0174-1551
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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62 RADIOLOGY AND NUCLEAR MEDICINE
DISEASE INCIDENCE
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RECTUM
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