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. 2007;39(1):15–32. doi: 10.1007/s10353-007-0311-y

Management of complications in surgery of the colon

Komplikationsmanagement in der Kolonchirurgie

M Gmeiner 1, J Pfeifer 2,✉
PMCID: PMC7102154  PMID: 32288768

Summary

BACKGROUND: General surgeons are frequently confronted with colorectal diseases in their daily practice, whereby colorectal cancer is the second most common malignant tumour, with almost 5000 new cases every year in Austria. The incidence of benign colon disorders requiring surgery (e.g. colon polyps, sigmoid diverticulitis) is also increasing. The first aim in colon surgery should be to avoid complications and if they occur to treat them properly. METHODS: We basically distinguish between general and special complications. As general complications, prevention of malnutrition and support of the immune system should receive special attention. As the number of elderly patients increases, so does the risk not only of thrombembolic complications but also of critical cardiocirculatory situations, and renal and hepatic failure. Special complications depend either on the type of surgery (laparoscopic assisted, conventional open surgery) or the techniques employed (stapled, hand sutured). Handling of the tissue also plays a major role (e.g. dry versus wet pads). RESULTS: Shortening of the postoperative stay decreases both hospital costs and the incidence of infections, meaning that minimally invasive surgery and postoperative "fast track nutrition" should be promoted. Emergency operations should be avoided (e.g. bridging through colonic stents), as morbidity and mortality are clearly increased in comparison to (semi-) elective operations. During the operation itself, new equipment and techniques (such as Ultracision®, Ligasure®) as well as a well coordinated team help to reduce complications and duration of surgery. CONCLUSIONS: To avoid is better than to repair. If complications do occur, appropriate surgical and intensive – care measures should be taken immediately.

Keywords: Complications, Colon surgery, Colonic stents, Fast-track

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