Stercoral perforation proximal to the stapled anastomosis after low anterior resection with an intraluminal device

Int J Colorectal Dis. 2018 Jan;33(1):87-90. doi: 10.1007/s00384-017-2924-3. Epub 2017 Oct 23.

Abstract

Stercoral perforation of the colon is a rare phenomenon and a potential life-threatening condition requiring acute intervention. A little more than 200 cases have been described to date. The mechanism is not completely understood. In this short communication, we present three patients with a colon perforation proximal to the anastomosis, similar to a stercoral perforation, following colorectal cancer resection with application of an intraluminal device, the C-seal.

Keywords: C-seal; Dysmotility; Intraluminal device; Perforation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Anastomosis, Surgical / adverse effects*
  • Digestive System Surgical Procedures / adverse effects*
  • Digestive System Surgical Procedures / instrumentation*
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Perforation / etiology*
  • Male
  • Surgical Staplers / adverse effects*