Multiple nodule removal in multifocal colorectal endometriosis instead of “en bloc” large colorectal resection

Horace Roman, Roman H, H. Roman, Darwish B, B Darwish, Basma Darwish, V Bridoux, Bridoux V, Valérie Bridoux, Huet E, E. Huet, Coget J, J Coget, Chati R, Rachid Chati, R Chati, Tuech JJ, Jean‐Jacques Tuech, J.-J. Tuech, Abo C, Carole Abo, C Abo
Gynecologie, obstetrique & fertilite · 2015 · vol. 44(2) , pp. 121–124 · doi:10.1016/j.gyobfe.2015.10.005 · PMID:26706805 · W2216450183
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This paper investigates the outcomes of multiple nodule removal compared to en bloc resection for multifocal colorectal endometriosis.

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Surgical management of colorectal endometriosis follows the principles of two main philosophies or approaches: radical and conservative. The radical approach has recently been recommended in multifocal colorectal endometriosis, which frequently concerns patients with rectal nodules. However, an alternative conservative management could employ selective retrieval of macroscopic colorectal deep endometriosis nodules by bowel shaving and disc excision, with preservation of the mesorectum. The conservative approach is justified by the evidence that low colorectal resection may lead to postoperative functional digestive symptoms for which management is most challenging. However, there is a lack of data in the literature specifically focusing on patients with multiple excision of deep colorectal endometriosis. No data exist about the minimal length of healthy bowel that should be conserved between two successive transversal bowel sutures, and on consecutive improvement of functional outcomes. Conversely, no evidence exists on presumed reduction of recurrence rate when young patients undergo low large colorectal resection, instead of multiple selective excisions. Further comparative studies would be welcome, among which the ENDORE randomized trial which may play a central role by comparing functional outcomes related to radical and conservative approach in deep endometriosis infiltrating the rectum.

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endometriosis

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Colonic Diseases Digestive System Surgical Procedures Endometriosis Rectal Diseases Colonic Diseases Colonic Diseases Digestive System Surgical Procedures Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Postoperative Complications Postoperative Complications Rectal Diseases Rectal Diseases Recurrence Treatment Outcome

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