Thirty per cent of all colorectal tumours develop in the rectum. The location of the rectum
within the bony pelvis and its proximity to vital structures presents significant therapeutic …

Background Many patients after sphincter-preserving surgery experienced anorectal
functional disturbances which were known as low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) …

BACKGROUND: Low anterior resection syndrome is pragmatically defined as disordered
bowel function after rectal resection leading to a detriment in quality of life. This broad …

Local recurrence after resection for rectal cancer remains common despite growing
acceptance that inadequate local excision may be implicated. In a prospective study of 190 …

Background Impaired bowel function after low anterior resection (LAR) for rectal cancer is a
frequent problem with a major impact on quality of life. The aim of this study was to assess …

Abstract Purpose of Review Low anterior resection syndrome is a highly prevalent condition
that can develop after anal sphincter-sparing surgery for rectal cancer and impair quality of …

BACKGROUND: It is still not clear whether anastomotic leakage after anterior resection for
rectal cancer affects long-term functional outcome. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to …

Background The prevalence of major low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) after rectal
cancer surgery varies from 17· 8 to 56· 0 per cent, but data from high-quality studies are …

Methods: A multicenter, single-blind prospective randomized controlled trial comparing
PFMT (intervention; n= 50) versus no PFMT (control; n= 54) 1 month following TME/stoma …

Background Total mesorectal excision (TME) gives excellent oncological results in rectal
cancer treatment, but patients may experience functional problems. A novel approach to …