said i have a anastomotic stricture what is that?say s-pouch appeared pink and healthy and intact with good distention with air neck of s-pouch appareled normal.at the ideal-anal anastomosis there appeared to be a small defect did not appear to tract as the base of the defect could be seen with healthy appearing mucosa what does all this mean can i have takedown yet? any input is appreciated
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The stricture is probAbly not a big deal. Most people stricture with a diverting ileostomy. When they go in to do the takedown they will dilate the stricture and you should be good.
The defect is also probably normal. The standard staple line can cause indentions that can appear to be little defects. Doesn't sound like anything more serious.
Totally just my non-medically trained opinion.
Dan
The defect is also probably normal. The standard staple line can cause indentions that can appear to be little defects. Doesn't sound like anything more serious.
Totally just my non-medically trained opinion.
Dan
thanks pouch makes me feel bit better i believe i am ready for takedown