Techniques in Coloproctology

Article	Citations
What is the real morbidity after emergency colectomy for Crohn’s disease? A propensity score matched study	44
Diagnostic accuracy of intraoperative pelvic autonomic nerve monitoring during rectal surgery: a systematic review	41
Rules are made to be broken	33
Short-term clinical and manometric outcomes of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation for faecal incontinence: a large single-centre series	32
Screening for precancerous anal lesions linked to human papillomaviruses: French recommendations for clinical practice	29
Robotic resection of presacral tumors	29
Systematic review of the management options available for low anterior resection syndrome (LARS)	27
Laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy in the oldest old is safe: the race is run	27
Robotic left colectomy and intracorporeal overlap anastomosis for descending-sigmoid cancer with da Vinci Xi® robotic platform—a video vignette	26
Efficacy and safety of office-based procedures for hemorrhoidal disease in patients with inflammatory bowel disease	25
Anal fistula, there is more than meets the eye!	25
Stoma associated complications after diverting loop ileostomy, end ileostomy or split stoma formation after right sided colectomy—a retrospective cohort study (StoComSplit Analysis)	24
Preventative strategies for low anterior resection syndrome	22
To cut or not to cut? Extended mesenteric excision during intestinal resection does not impact the postoperative recurrence nor the postoperative complications in Crohn’s disease: a systematic review	22
Carbon footprint of common procedures in inflammatory bowel disease	20
Endocuff-assisted versus standard colonoscopy for improving adenoma detection rate: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	20
Robotic ileocolic bypass with diverting loop ileostomy	20
Multimode ultrasound imaging of an anal canal gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST)	19
A step-by-step guide to ileoanal J-pouch MRI interpretation	17
Anal trauma caused by bull-horn injury	17
3D-reconstruction printed models and virtual reality improve teaching in oncological colorectal surgery	17
Feasibility and safety of biologic OviTex mesh in ventral mesh rectopexy: a prospective pilot study	17
Reconstruction of the pelvic floor and perineal wound after extralevator abdominoperineal resection of the rectum	17
Safety, feasibility, and short-term-outcome of anal endoscopic submucosal dissection for anal intraepithelial neoplasia: an option for focal lesions?	17
Anal incontinence: encirclement with a new medical device	16

Vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (vNOTES) right hemicolectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis for cecal cancer	16
Injection of freshly collected autologous adipose tissue in complicated pilonidal disease: a prospective pilot study	16
A systematic review and meta-analysis of the outcome of ileal pouch-anal anastomosis in patients with ulcerative colitis versus patients with familial adenomatous polyposis	16
The impact of plasma-rich platelet injection to perianal sphincters on incontinence and quality of life in patients with rectal cancer after low anterior or intersphincteric resection: a prospective c	16
Inflammatory biomarker signatures in post-surgical drain fluid may detect anastomotic leaks within 48 hours of colorectal resection	16
Robotic colorectal surgery using the Senhance® robotic system: a single center experience	16
Peritoneal cytokines as a predictor of colorectal anastomotic leaks on postoperative day 1: a systematic review and meta-analysis	16
Colorectal cancer outcomes determined by mode of presentation: analysis of population data in England between 2010 and 2014	15
Initial experience with intraoperative testing and repair of colorectal anastomosis using a TAMIS approach after a positive leak test	14
Surgical treatment trends and outcomes for anal fistula: fistulotomy is still accurate and safe. Results from a nationwide observational study	14
How do you close the rectal wall defect after TAMIS local excision? A video vignette on different closing methods	13
Treatment of enterocutaneous fistula: a systematic review and meta-analysis	13
Outcomes of laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy versus trans-vaginal repair in management of anterior rectocele, a randomized controlled trial	13
Validation of a 3D-printed model of cryptoglandular perianal fistulas	13
An updated evaluation of the implementation of the sigmoid take-off landmark 1 year after the official introduction in the Netherlands	13
Aesthetic benefit of single-port laparoscopic ileo-caecal resection for Crohn’s disease: a comparative study	13
Early detection and correction of preoperative anemia in patients undergoing colorectal surgery—a prospective study	12
Critical appraisal of international guidelines for the management of fecal incontinence in adults: is it possible to define what to do in different clinical scenarios?	12
The value of honey dressings in pilonidal cyst healing: a prospective randomized single-center trial	12
Sclerotherapy for hemorrhoidal disease: systematic review and meta-analysis	12
Efficacy and safety of botulinum toxin injection in the management of chronic symptomatic anal fissure: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	11
Treatment of both rectovaginal fistula and anal stricture with single skin flap	11
High tie sigmoidectomy syndrome	11
Laparoscopic splenic flexure resection for early colorectal cancer, transanal specimen extraction and intracorporeal handsewn anastomosis: a video vignette	11
Mid- and long-term functional outcomes of advancement flap for cryptoglandular perianal fistulas	11
Early botulinum toxin injection reduces pain after hemorrhoidectomy: a pilot study	11
Domains of four-step technique training program for laparoscopic colorectal surgery	11
A ligament-based repair method gives high cure rates for descending perineal syndrome and fecal incontinence	10
Comprehensive anatomy of the superior hypogastric plexus and its relationship with pelvic surgery landmarks: defining the safe zone around the promontory	10
Long-term outcomes of a bioactive matrix enriched with an autologous platelet concentrate for the treatment of complex anal fistulae	10
Reply to “Comments on ‘Laparoscopic fixation of volvulus by extra-peritonealization—a case series’”	10
Functional outcomes after transanal total mesorectal excision (TaTME): a random forest analysis to predict patients’ outcomes	10
Feasibility and usefulness of the elongation of ileocolic pedicle with extended ileal resection on secure anastomosis after laparoscopic restorative proctocolectomy: a retrospective observational stud	10
Fluorescence perfusion assessment of vascular ligation during ileal pouch-anal anastomosis	10
A duodenal approach for laparoscopic complete mesocolic excision (CME) plus central vascular ligation or extended lymphadenectomy (CVL/D3) in right‑sided colon cancer (with video)	10
Seamless solely medially approached robotic right hemicolectomy utilizing the double bipolar method excluding patient repositioning and instrument exchange	10
Laparoscopic ventral rectopexy in the elderly population: still an open race?	9
VAAFT for complex anal fistula: a useful tool, however, cure is unlikely	9
Can we achieve even better outcomes with prophylactic intravenous antibiotics in gastrointestinal surgery?	9
Laparoscopic transverse colectomy with extended complete mesocolic excision for mid-transverse colon cancer	9
Robotic approach for locally advanced rectal cancer: stepwise demonstration of operative strategy	9
Outcomes of gracilis muscle interposition for rectourethral fistulas caused by treatment of prostate cancer	9
A feasible technique for laparoscopic sigmoidectomy with natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE)—a Video Vignette	9
Use of indocyanine green fluorescence angiography during ileal J-pouch surgery requiring lengthening maneuvers	9
Outcomes of endoscopic full thickness resection in the colon rectum at an Italian tertiary center	9
Comments on “Laparoscopic fixation of volvulus by extra-peritonealization: a case series”	9
A comparison of surgical techniques for perineal wound closure following perineal excision: a systematic review and network meta-analysis	8
Benefit of laparoscopic two-team transanal beyond total mesorectal excision for advanced and recurrent rectal cancer with invasion: a retrospective study compared with conventional laparoscopic approa	8
Rectal perforation after laser hemorrhoidoplasty: a case report	8
Comparison of anal function and quality of life after conformal sphincter preservation operation and intersphincteric resection of very low rectal cancer: a multicenter, retrospective, case–control an	8

Failure rates and complications of four sphincter-sparing techniques for the treatment of fistula-in-ano: a systematic review and network meta-analysis	8
Mesenteric closure with polymer-ligating clips after right colectomy with complete mesocolic excision for cancer and mesentery-based ileocolic resection for Crohn’s disease	8
Morbidity and costs of diverting ileostomy in transanal total mesorectal excision with primary anastomosis for rectal cancer	8
Partial Delorme procedure for the management of recurrent isolated posterior wall prolapse after robotic ventral mesh rectopexy for rectal prolapse	8
Comments on 'Sigmoidectomy following sigmoid volvulus: who is at risk of anastomotic failure?'	8
Comparison of proactive and conventional treatment of anastomotic leakage in rectal cancer surgery: a multicentre retrospective cohort series	8
Laparoscopic combined transperitoneal pelvic exenteration for vulvovaginal recurrence of rectal carcinoma following a Miles operation	8
Analysis of factors that indicated surgery in 400 patients submitted to a complete diagnostic workup for obstructed defecation syndrome and rectal prolapse using a supervised machine learning algorith	8
Transperineal approach alone as minimally invasive surgery for pelvic recurrence of rectal cancer after abdominoperineal resection	8
What is the best surgical option after failure of graciloplasty in patients with recurrent rectovaginal fistula? A study of 19 consecutive patients	7
The economic impact of anastomotic leakage after colorectal surgery: a systematic review	7
Limitations of the Goligher classification in randomized trials for hemorrhoidal disease: a qualitative systematic review of selection criteria	7
When is neoadjuvant chemotherapy indicated in rectal neuroendocrine tumors? An analysis of the National Cancer Database	7
Through-the-scope tack application for defect closure following endoscopic submucosal dissection	7
Preoperative predictors of success after transvaginal rectocoele repair	7
CT scan for early diagnosis of anastomotic leak after colorectal surgery: is rectal contrast useful?	7
Mechanical bowel preparation with or without oral antibiotics for rectal resection for cancer (REPCA trial): a study protocol for a multicenter randomized controlled trial	7
Epidemiology, oncologic results and risk stratification model for metachronous peritoneal metastases after surgery for pT4 colon cancers: results from an observational retrospective multicentre long-t	7
Fascial space priority approach for laparoscopic complete mesocolic excision (CME) plus central vascular ligation or extended lymphadenectomy (CVL/D3) in right-sided colon cancer (with video)	7
Correction to: Is percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) effective for fecal incontinence (FI) in adults compared with sham electrical stimulation? A meta‑analysis	7
Using a modified Delphi process to explore international surgeon-reported benefits of robotic-assisted surgery to perform abdominal rectopexy	7
Endoscopic submucosal tunnel dissection vs conventional endoscopic submucosal dissection for large colorectal neoplasms: a single-centre retrospective study	7
Introducing an innovative surgical technique: gluteal turnover flap for posterior vaginal wall reconstruction: a case series	7
Reduced-port laparoscopic right colonic resection with D3 lymph node dissection and transvaginal specimen extraction (NOSES VIIIa) for right colon cancer: clinical features	7
Development of a performance rubric for transanal endoscopic rectal purse-string sutures	6
Fissurectomy versus lateral internal sphincterotomy in the treatment of chronic anal fissures: no advantages in terms of post-operative incontinence	6
Intracorporeal delta-shaped anastomosis without suturing technique in laparoscopic colectomy using a linear stapling device with bioabsorbable polyglycolic acid sheet	6
Cutting piles in Crohn's disease	6
Operative techniques to reduce anastomotic recurrence in Crohn’s disease	6
Long-term outcomes of an acellular dermal matrix for the treatment of complex cryptoglandular anal fistula: a pilot study	6
First worldwide report of a right hemicolectomy with complete mesocolic excision, central vascular ligation, and D3 lymphadenectomy using the Hugo™ RAS system	6
Short-term outcomes of vessel-oriented D2 and D3 lymph node dissection for sigmoid colon cancer	6
Risk factors for rectal perforation during presacral cyst removal: a comparison between transabdominal, perineal, and combined surgical approaches	6
Probiotics and synbiotics for preventing postoperative infectious complications in colorectal cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis	6
Current practice and innovations in diagnosing perianal fistulizing Crohn’s disease (pfCD): a narrative review	6
Laser interventions in coloproctology. A plea for standardized treatment protocols	6
Vascular-oriented D3 lymph node dissection with left colic artery preservation for distal sigmoid colon cancer: a variety of techniques	6
Correction: Consensus‑driven protocol for transanal irrigation in patients with low anterior resection syndrome and functional constipation	6
Propensity score-matched analysis of risk factors for prolonged postoperative ileus after TME in rectal cancer	6
Strictureplasty may lead to increased preference in the surgical management of Crohn’s disease: a case-matched study	6
Surgical anatomy of lateral lymph node dissection: landmarks and areas of dissection in minimally invasive surgery	6
Laparoscopic left colectomy with complete mesocolic excision and central vascular ligation (video)	6
The “Hands” teaching method applied to the anatomy of the inferior mesenteric artery related to rectal cancer surgery	6
Efficacy of crystallized and liquid form phenol application in pilonidal sinus disease: a single-center retrospective study	6
Adult allogenic bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells for the treatment of rectovaginal fistulas in the setting of Crohn’s disease	6
Comparing answers of ChatGPT and Google Gemini to common questions on benign anal conditions	6
The perfect ileal pouch–anal anastomosis	6
Peri-operative, oncological and functional outcomes of robotic versus transanal total mesorectal excision in patients with rectal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis	6
Radiomics prediction of surgery in ulcerative colitis refractory to medical treatment	6
Incidence of anastomotic leakage using powered circular staplers versus manual circular staplers for left colorectal anastomosis: a cost-effectiveness analysis	6
The impact of preoperative sarcopenia on postoperative ileus following colorectal cancer surgery	5
Focusing on chylous ascites: a noteworthy complication after laparoscopic/robotic para-aortic lymphadenectomy in left-sided colorectal cancer in a high-volume single center	5
Usefulness of the one-step technique in functional end-to-end anastomosis for colonic surgery: results of a prospective multicentre cohort study from the Japanese KYCC group	5
Laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer with extensive retroperitoneal lymph node dissection	5
Management of chronic anal fissures: should fissurectomy be performed with botulinum toxin injection?	5
Regarding “Loss of seton in patients with complex anal fistula: a retrospective comparison of conventional knotted loose seton and knot‑free seton” by Verkade et al	5
Robotic transanal total mesorectal excision combined with intersphincteric resection for ultra-low rectal cancer	5
Long-term oncological outcomes of robotic versus laparoscopic approaches for right colon cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis	5
Biological therapy prior to repeat ileocolic resection in Crohn’s disease can reduce the postoperative complication rate	5
Comment on Ecker et al., Techniques in Coloproctology 27:339–342, 2023	5
Sinus laser therapy versus Karydakis flap procedure in the management of pilonidal sinus disease: a comparative analysis of intraoperative parameters and postoperative outcome	5
Extensive suppuration and being overweight are factors associated with the failure of laser treatment for pilonidal disease: lessons from the first French retrospective cohort	5
Full robotic total colectomy with a suprapubic approach: technical points	5
Impact of D3 lymph node dissection on short-term and long-term outcomes in elderly patients with colon cancer	5
Using a balloon applicator for intraoperative radiotherapy in laparoscopic resection of perforated upper rectal cancer	5
Bowel seromuscular flaps used to repair pelvic defects in patients undergoing reoperative surgery	5
Feasibility of transperineal minimal invasive surgery when performing sacrectomy for advanced primary and recurrent pelvic malignancies	5
Early and midterm results of radiofrequency ablation (Rafaelo® procedure) for third-degree haemorrhoids: a prospective, two-centre study	5
Management of a complex case of Fournier’s gangrene in a female patient with ulcerative colitis	5
A short- and long-term follow-up study of intersphincteric NASHA Dx implants for fecal incontinence	5
Evaluation and management of chronic anorectal and pelvic pain syndromes: Italian Society of Colorectal Surgery (SICCR) position statement	4
Outcomes of graciloplasty in the treatment of fecal incontinence: a systematic review and meta-analysis of the literature	4
Pushing the boundaries of TAMIS	4
Direction drainage of supralevator abscess	4
Open versus robotic-assisted techniques for multivisceral pelvic resections of locally advanced or recurrent colorectal and anal cancers: short-term outcomes from a single centre	4
The role of the Rafaelo procedure in the management of hemorrhoidal disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis	4
Trajectory of change of low anterior resection syndrome over time after restorative proctectomy for rectal adenocarcinoma	4
The H-anastomosis: a novel single-stapled solution to severe luminal size mismatch in stricturing small bowel Crohn’s disease	4
Mid-term functional and quality of life outcomes of robotic and laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy: multicenter comparative matched-pair analyses	4
Risk factors for local recurrence of large gastrointestinal lesions after endoscopic mucosal resection	4

Transanal ileal pouch-anal anastomosis for ulcerative colitis: a single-center comparative study	4
The impact of tumor location on long-term survival outcomes in patients with right-sided colon cancer	4
A case of colon cancer combined with superior mesenteric vein resection and reconstruction	4
The suspended ileal loop for difficult Hartmann’s reversal	4
Laparoscopic modified complete mesocolic excision for right-sided colon cancer	4
Impact of imaging magnification on colorectal surgery: a matched analysis of a single tertiary center	4
Combined versus conventional approaches in laparoscopic radical right hemicolectomy: a retrospective analysis	4
Treatment of recurrent rectal prolapse after a laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy	4
Anal sphincter injury by bullfighting trauma	4
Open vs. laparoscopic vs. robotic pouch excision: unveiling the best approach for optimal outcomes	4
Evaluating the risk factors for the development of benign disorders of defaecation: a surgical perspective	4
Efficacy of different surgical treatments for management of anal fistula: a network meta-analysis	4
Lateral pelvic lymph node dissection (LPLND) in the treatment of rectal cancer: current practice and evolving approaches in India	4
Fecal microbiota transplantation for patients with ulcerative colitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized control trials	4
Laparoscopic fixation of volvulus by extra-peritonealization: a case series	4
A modified myotomy of the puborectalis for anismus	4
Does stage III rectal mucinous adenocarcinoma benefit from neoadjuvant chemoradiation?	4
Video vignette: incisional perineal hernia repair—perineal approach	4
Early vs. standard reversal ileostomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis	4
Complete mesocolic excision for right hemicolectomy: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis	4
Use of telemedicine in the postoperative assessment of proctological patients: a case–control study	4
Safety and feasibility of robotic surgery in geriatric patients with rectal cancer	4
How do you manage the peritoneal opening during TAMIS procedure?	4
Short- and long-term outcomes in ypT2 rectal cancer patients after neoadjuvant therapy and local excision: a multicentre observational study	4
Transanal total mesorectal excision and delayed coloanal anastomosis without stoma for low rectal cancer	4