There are severel problems associated with the closing of a temporary loop-ileostomy after surgery for rectal cancer. The purpose of this study is to answer two questions:
1. The choice of anastomotic method - does it influence the postoperative course? 2. The use of a prophylactic mesh when closing the stoma site - will there be less hernias?
loop ileostomy after rectal cancer surgery
loop ileostomy closure is permitted and possible according to clinical practice
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Karolinska University Hospital
Lead sponsor