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The complications of 100 stapled anastomosee onto the rectum or anus are reviewed. Anastomotic leakage below 7 cm is the major problem; its cause, prevention, and management are discussed.
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Heald, R.J., Chir, M. & Leicester, R.J. The low stapled anastomosis. Dis Colon Rectum 24, 437–444 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02626778
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02626778