Arno J. Dormann

Treatment of colorectal leaks with the VACStent-Colon: results of the VACStent feasibility trial

Abstract Background Previously, the treatment of colorectal anastomotic insufficiencies with endoluminal vacuum therapy (EVT) was not feasible without creating a diverting stoma, as the suction sponge typically obstructed the intestinal lumen. However, clinical use of the VacSten...