Sigmoid colon resection is necessary when primary closure of the fistula is at risk of poor healing: for example, when the sigmoid is also involved in Crohn's disease; when the fistulous opening is ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Mean quality of life score was nearly 10 points higher in surgery vs. conservative group at 1 year. Within 2 ...

Introduction Each year, millions of people experience recurrent diverticulitis episodes. Elective sigmoid colon resection reduces the risk of recurrence, but The American Society of Colon and Rectal ...