Cadaveric Study of Colon-Lengthening Maneuvers After Sigmoidectomy.

Background: Creation of a tension-free colorectal anastomosis after left colon resection or low anterior resection is a key requirement for technical success. The relative contribution of each of a series of known lengthening maneuvers remains incompletely characterized.

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare technical procedures for lengthening of the left colon before rectal anastomosis.