Table 2.
Rate of complications in each treatment group
| Complication | IPAA | IRA |
|---|---|---|
| Anastomosis leakage | 0.0% | 16.7% |
| Antidiarrheal meds | 26.3% | 50.0% |
| Bowel discomfort | 57.9% | 66.7% |
| Daytime frequency | 78.9% | 66.7% |
| Dietary restrictions | 36.8% | 50.0% |
| Flatus incontinence | 10.5% | 33.3% |
| Nighttime frequency | 21.1% | 16.7% |
| Passive incontinence | 21.1% | 50.0% |
| Soiling | 26.3% | 16.7% |