Myrseth, Elisabeth; Nymo, Linn Såve; Gjessing, Petter Fosse; Norderval, Stig (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-06-24)
Purpose A diverting stoma is commonly formed to reduce the rate of anastomotic leak following anterior resection with
anastomosis, although some studies question this strategy. The aim of this study was to assess the leak rates and overall
complication burden after anterior resection with and without a diverting stoma.<p>
<p>Methods A 5-year national cohort with prospectively registered data of ...