EP.TU.911Analysis of the outcomes following reversal of loop ileostomy

Abstract Aims A defunctioning loop ileostomy is constructed to reduce the incidence and consequences of anastomotic leaks following sphincter-sparing colorectal resection. Its construction reversal may be associated with complications. The aim this study present a snapshot outcome in teaching general hospital. Methods All patients whose was reversed 2018 were studied. Sociodemographic clinical data collected. outcomes measured length hospital stay, return bowel function, morbidity mortality. Results Nine had by experienced surgeons during period. patients, 5 males 4 females, median age 58 years (range 20 77 years). main indications for low anterior resection rectal neoplasia (7 patients) iatrogenic perforation hysterectomy (1 patient), total colectomy ileoanal pouch reservoir ulcerative colitis patient). ileostomies between 10 months operations. postoperative stay 2 12 days. complications included one leak, requiring immediate re-operation, 3 wound infections incisional hernias. There no deaths. Conclusion In our overall complication rate well within range reported literature, only patient re-operation. presence senior surgeon at operation as careful attention detail key keeping minimum.