Laparoscopic Restorative Proctectomy with Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis

Ileal pouch formation is a life-altering procedure with the majority of patients having a good outcome. Decision-making and patient selection must be careful and judicious, as well as involving surgical rigor. It must be borne in mind that it is an “optional” quality of life procedure for the patient, so their perspective and preference are central to whether they are offered restorative procedures or not.