Bowel dysfunction after sigmoid resection for cancer and its impact on quality of life

ConclusionSigmoid resection for cancer is associated with an increased risk of long ‐term bowel dysfunction; obstructed defaecation is prevalent and associated with substantial impairment of QoL.

Source: British Journal of Surgery - September 13, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: H. Elfeki, H. M. Larsen, K. J. Emmertsen, P. Christensen, M. Youssef, W. Khafagy, W. Omar, S. Laurberg Tags: Original article Source Type: research