Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a constellation of symptoms that occurs in patients who have undergone resection of the sigmoid colon and most of the rectum, with a low colorectal or colo-anal anastomosis. It is very common immediately after this sort of surgery, with up to 90% of patients affected. In this chapter the pathophysiology of the syndrome is discussed and ways to mitigate its severity are suggested.

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What Is Low Anterior Resection Syndrome? What Is Its Cause? How Is It Diagnosed and How Is It Treated?

  • James M. Church

摘要

Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a constellation of symptoms that occurs in patients who have undergone resection of the sigmoid colon and most of the rectum, with a low colorectal or colo-anal anastomosis. It is very common immediately after this sort of surgery, with up to 90% of patients affected. In this chapter the pathophysiology of the syndrome is discussed and ways to mitigate its severity are suggested.