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Rectal Cancer

Research from M. Siassi and co-authors provides new data about rectal cancer

Published in Medical Devices and Surgical Technology Week, January 18th, 2009

"Little is known about the changes in quality of life following reversal of a temporary loop ileostomy after rectal cancer surgery. We therefore conducted a prospective study assessing physical symptoms, quality of life, problems in everyday life, and patient's expectations and complaints," scientists in Hof, Germany report.

"We investigated 35 patients who received a temporary stoma after colorectal surgery between 15/11/2002 and 15/11/2003. The patients were followed up for 1 year. Quality of life was assessed using the Short-Form 36 (SF-36) and the Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index (GLQI). In addition, we performed a semi-structured interview that assessed...

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