The complications of 100 stapled anastomoses onto the rectum or anus are reviewed. Anastomotic leakage in very low cases is the major problem; no leak occurred if the anastomosis was performed above 7 cm, but 3 leaks in 17 patients occurred if the anastomosis was performed between 5.5 and 7 cm, and ...
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