Surgical treatment of ulcerative colitis:Ileorectal vs ileal pouch-anal anastomosis

Total proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis(IPAA) is the current gold standard in the surgical treatment of ulcerative colitis(UC) refractory to medical management. A procedure of significant magnitude carries its own risks including anastomotic failure, pelvic sepsis and a low rate of neoplastic degeneration overtime. Recent studies have shown that total colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis(IRA) has been associated with good long-term functional results in a selected group of UC patients amenable to undergo a strict surveillance for the relatively high risk of cancer in the rectum. This manuscript will review and compare the most recent literature on IRA and IPAA as it pertains to postoperative morbidity and mortality, failure rates, functional outcomes and cancer risk.

Complications after ileal pouch-anal anastomosis in Korean patients with ulcerative colitis

AIM: To investigate the outcomes of treatments for complications after ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) in Korean patients with ulcerative colitis.

Laparoscopic restorative proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis for Peutz-Jeghers syndrome with synchronous rectal cancer

We report on a patient diagnosed with PeutzJeghers syndrome(PJS) with synchronous rectal cancer who was treated with laparoscopic restorative proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis(IPAA). PJS is an autosomal dominant syndrome characterized by multiple hamartomatous polyps in the gastrointestinal tract, mucocutaneous pigmentation, and increased risks of gastrointestinal and nongastrointestinal cancer. This report presents a patient with a 20-year history of intermittent bloody stool, mucocutaneous pigmentation and a family history of PJS, which together led to a diagnosis of PJS. Moreover, colonoscopy and biopsy revealed the presence of multiple serried giant pedunculated polyps and rectal adenocarcinoma. Currently, few options exist for the therapeutic management of PJS with synchronous rectal cancer. For this case, we adopted an unconventional surgical strategy and ultimately performed laparoscopic restorative proctocolectomy with IPAA. This procedure is widely considered to be the first-line treatment option for patients with ulcerative colitis or familial adenomatous polyposis. However, there are no previous reports of treating PJS patients with laparoscopic IPAA. Since the operation, the patient has experienced no further episodes of gastrointestinal bleeding and has demonstrated satisfactory bowel control. Laparoscopic restorative proctocolectomy with IPAA may be a safe and effective treatment for patients with PJS with synchronous rectal cancer.

Lactobacillus acidophilus alleviates pouchitis after ileal pouch-anal anastomosis in rats

AIM To assess the therapeutic potential of Lactobacillus acidophilus(LA) for the treatment of pouchitis in a rat model.METHODS Sprague Dawley rats underwent proctocolectomy and ileal pouch-anal anastomosis followed by administration of dextran sulfate sodium(DSS) to induce pouchitis. Rats with pouchitis were randomly divided into three groups: no intervention(NI), normal saline(NS, 3 m L/d normal saline for 7 d), and LA(3 m L/d LA at 1× 1010 colony-forming units for 7 d). General body condition was recorded and pouch specimens were obtained for histological examination. m RNA expression levels of interleukin(IL)-1β, IL-6, IL-10, and tumor necrosis factor-α were determined by RT-PCR. Zonula occludens protein 1(ZO-1) levels were measured by immunohistochemistry. RESULTS LA reduced weight loss associated with pouchitis(P < 0.05) and improved the symptoms of pouchitis in rats. Compared with the NI and NS groups, rats in the LAgroup showed earlier disappearance of hematochezia(6.17 ± 0.75, 6.50 ± 0.55, 3.17 ± 0.75, P < 0.05) and higher fecal scores(2.67 ± 0.48, 2.50 ± 0.51, 4.42 ± 0.50, respectively, P < 0.05). Histological scores were also lower in the LA group compared with the other two groups(7.17 ± 0.98, 8.00 ± 0.89, 4.00 ± 0.89, respectively, P < 0.05). m RNA expression levels of IL-1β, IL-6, and tumor necrosis factor-α were significantly reduced, while IL-10 m RNA levels were significantly increased in the LA group(P < 0.05, respectively). ZO-1 protein levels were also significantly increased after administration of LA(P < 0.05). CONCLUSION LA alleviates pouchitis induced by DSS after ileal pouchanal anastomosis by decreasing pro-inflammatory factors and increasing anti-inflammatory factors, and restoring ZO-1 expression in the mucosa.

Eviendep~ reduces number and size of duodenal polyps in familial adenomatous polyposis patients with ileal pouchanal anastomosis

AIM:To evaluate if 3 mo oral supplementation with Eviendep was able to reduce the number of duodenal polyps in familial adenomatous polyposis(FAP)patients with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis(IPAA).METHODS:Eleven FAP patients with IPAA and duodenal polyps were enrolled.They underwent upper gastrointestinal(GI)endoscopy at the baseline and after 3 mo of treatment.Each patient received 5 mg Eviendep twice a day,at breakfast and dinner time,for3 mo.Two endoscopists evaluated in a blinded manner the number and size of duodenal polyps.Upper GI endoscopies with biopsies were performed at the baseline(T0)with the assessment of the Spigelman score.Polyps>10 mm were removed during endoscopy and at the end of the procedure a new Spigelman score was determined(T1).The procedure was repeated 3 mo after the baseline(T2).Four photograms were examined for each patient,at T1 and T2.The examined area was divided into 3 segments:duodenal bulb,second and third portion duodenum.Biopsy specimens were taken from all polyps>10 mm and from all suspicious ones,defined by the presence of a central depression,irregular surface,or irregular vascular pattern.Histology was classified according to the updated Vienna criteria.RESULTS:At baseline the mean number of duodenal detected polyps was 27.7 and mean sizes were 15.8mm;the mean Spigelman score was 7.1.After polypectomy the mean number of duodenal detected polyps was 25.7 and mean sizes were 7.6 mm;the mean Spigelman score was 6.4.After 3 mo of Eviendep bid,all patients showed a reduction of number and size of duodenal polyps.The mean number of duodenal polyps was 8(P=0.021)and mean size was 4.4 mm;the mean Spigelman score was 6.6.Interrater agreement was measured.Lesions>1 cm found a very good degree of concordance(kappa 0.851)and a good concordance was as well encountered for smaller lesions(kappa 0.641).CONCLUSION:Our study demonstrated that shortterm(90 d)supplementation with Eviendep in FAP patients with IPAA and with recurrent adenomas in the duodenal mucosa,resulted effective in reducing polyps number of 32%and size of 51%.

Clinical outcome of ileal pouch-anal anastomosis for chronic ulcerative colitis in China

Background The incidence of chronic ulcerative colitis （CUC） in China is remarkably increasing, while little information on surgical treatment has been reported. This study aimed to completely describe and analyze the clinical outcome of restorative proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis （IPAA）for CUC in China. Methods Ninety-five consecutive patients, who suffered CUC and had surgical indications, were carefully selected. All patients underwent IPAA. Data on patient characteristics, surgical indications, surgical details, postoperative complications, functional outcome, and quality of life were collected. Results The mean patient age at the time of the operation was 32 years. Twenty-nine （31%） patients underwent an emergency operation, and 66 （69%） underwent elective procedures. Four patients with severe dysplasia underwent operations, but no carcinoma was histologically confirmed. A two-stage operation was performed in 87 （92%） patients, and a hand-sewn technique was applied in 88 （93%） patients. Sixteen patients （17.0%） experienced early complications, and there was a significant difference between the emergency surgery group and the elective group （31.0% vs. 10.6%, respectively; P 〈0.01）. Five （5.3%） patients developed pouchitis as a late complication. The mean stool frequency after the operation was 4.6 （2-11） during the first 24 hours and 1.5 （0-4） overnight. According to the Kirwan grading scale, 87 （91.8%） patients showed satisfactory anal continence function. The quality of life improved significantly from a preoperative mean value of 0.28-0.61 before ileostomy closure to 0.78 after ileostomy closure （P 〈0.01） according to the Cleveland Global Quality of Life index. Conclusions IPAA is an effective and safe surgical procedure for patients with CUC in China. However, some characteristics, such as the low incidence of pouchitis, require further study.

Risk of ileal pouch neoplasms in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis

Restorative proctocolectomy is the most common surgical option for patients with familial adenomatous polyposis(FAP). However,adenomas may develop in the ileal pouch mucosa over time,and even carcinoma in the pouch has been reported. We therefore reviewed the prevalence,nature,and treatment of adenomas and carcinoma that develop after proctocolectomy in the ileal pouch mucosa in patients with FAP. In 25 reports that were reviewed,the incidence of adenomas in the ileal pouch varied from 6.7% to 73.9%. Several potential factors that favor the development of pouch polyposis have been investigated,but many remain controversial. Nevertheless,it seems certain that the age of the pouch is important. The risk appears to be 7%to 16% after 5 years,35% to 42% after 10 years,and75% after 15 years. On the other hand,only 21 cases of ileal pouch carcinoma have been recorded in the literature to date. The diagnosis of pouch carcinoma was made between 3 to 20 years(median,10 years) after pouch construction. Although the risk of malignant transformation in ileal pouches is probably low,it is not negligible,and the long-term risk cannot presently be well quantified. Regular endoscopic surveillance,especially using chromoendoscopy,is recommended.

The presence of primary sclerosing cholangitis in patients with ileal pouch anal-anastomosis is associated with an additional risk for vitamin D deficiency

Objective:Vitamin D deficiency is common in patients with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis(IPAA)for ulcerative colitis(UC).Whether vitamin D levels are further lowered in patients with concomitant IPAA and primary sclerosing cholangitis(PSC)is not known.The aim of this study was to evaluate the presence of PSC as a risk factor for vitamin D deficiency in patients with UC and IPAA.Methods:In this case control study,74 patients with concurrent IPAA and PSC were included in the study group,and 79 patients with IPAA,but without PSC,served as controls.Forty-four variables were analyzed.Univariate analysis and multivariate analysis with stepwise logistic regression were performed.Results:A total 153 eligible patients were included,with 74(48.4%)in the study group and 79(51.6%)in the control group.Vitamin D level in the study group was 18.961.4 ng/dL compared with 30.361.7 ng/d in the control group(P=0.011).Vitamin D deficiency(≤20 ng/dL)was present in 65(42.5%)patients.PSC occurred in 49(75.4%)of the 65 patients with vitamin D deficiency.In the multivariate analysis,only the presence of PSC(odds ratio[OR]:7.56;95% confidence interval[CI]:2.39–24.08;P=0.001)and vitamin D supplementation(OR:2.58;95% CI:1.57–9.19;P=0.018)remained associated with vitamin D deficiency.Conclusion:The presence of PSC was found to be an independent risk factor for vitamin D deficiency in UC patients with IPAA.These patients should be routinely screened and closely monitored for vitamin D deficiency.

溃疡性结肠炎患者全结直肠切除+回肠贮袋肛管吻合术术后自我关注的质性研究

目的:了解与探讨溃疡性结肠炎(ulcerative colitis,UC)患者全结直肠切除+回肠贮袋肛管吻合(ileal pouch anal anastomosis,IPAA)术后患者自我关注情况。方法:采用目的抽样法,选取14例UC行IPAA术后患者,行半结构式深入访谈并采用Colaizzi 7步分析法分析访谈资料。结果:患者多因为自身对术后恢复的期望或疾病相关知识的不足引起对术后排便、饮食、贮袋状态等方面的自我关注。结论:医护人员应注重患者术后自我关注情况,采取相应的心理疏导措施,在饮食、贮袋状态等方面给予患者更加专业细致的指导和教育,加强出院后延续护理,以提高患者术后生活质量,促进疾病康复。

Fecal microbiota in pouchitis and ulcerative colitis

AIM To investigate the changes in microbiota in feces of patients with ulcerative colitis(UC) and pouchitis using genomic technology.METHODS Fecal samples were obtained from UC patients with or without an ileal pouch-anal anastomosis(IPAA) procedure, as well as healthy controls. The touchdown polymerase chain reaction technique was used to amplify the whole V3 region of the 16 S r RNA gene, which was transcribed from DNA extracted from fecal samples. Denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis was used to separate the amplicons. The band profiles and similarity indices were analyzed digitally. The predominant microbiota in different groups was confirmed by sequencing the 16 S rR NA gene. RESULTS Microbial biodiversity in the healthy controls was significantly higher compared with the UC groups(P < 0.001) and IPAA groups(P < 0.001). Compared with healthy controls, the UC patients in remission and those in the mildly active stage, the predominant species in patients with moderately and severely active UC changed obviously. In addition, the proportion of the dominant microbiota, which was negatively correlated with the disease activity of UC(r =-6.591, P < 0.01),was decreased in pouchitis patients. The numbers of two types of bacteria, Faecalibacterium prausnitzii and Eubacterium rectale, were reduced in UC. Patients with pouchitis had an altered microbiota composition compared with UC patients. The microbiota from pouchitis patients was less diverse than that from severely active UC patients. Sequencing results showed that similar microbiota, such as Clostridium perfringens, were shared in both UC and pouchitis.CONCLUSION Less diverse fecal microbiota was present in patients with UC and pouchitis. Increased C. perfringens in feces suggest its role in the exacerbation of UC and pouchitis.

Surgical treatment of familial adenomatous polyposis: Dilemmas and current recommendations

Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is an autosomal dominant inherited syndrome characterized by multiple adenomatous polyps (predisposing to colorectal cancer development) and numerous extracolonic manifestations. The underlying genetic burden generates variable clinical features that may influence operative management. As a precancerous hereditary condition, the rationale of performing a prophylactic surgery is a mainstay of FAP management. The purpose of the present paper is to bring up many controversial aspects regarding surgical treatment for FAP, and to discuss the results and perspectives of the operative choices and approaches. Preferably, the decision-making process should not be limited to the conventional confrontation of pros and cons of ileorectal anastomosis or restorative proctocolectomy. A wide discussion with the patient may evaluate issues such as age, genotype, family history, sphincter function, the presence or risk of desmoid disease, potential complications of each procedure and chances of postoperative surveillance. Therefore, the definition of the best moment and the choice of appropriate procedure constitute an individual decision that must take into consideration patient&#x02019;s preferences and full information about the complex nature of the disease. All these facts reinforce the idea that FAP patients should be managed by experienced surgeons working in specialized centers to achieve the best immediate and long-term results.

Role of capsule endoscopy in inflammatory bowel disease

Videocapsule endoscopy (VCE) has revolutionized our ability to visualize the small bowel mucosa. This modality is a valuable tool for the diagnosis of obscure small bowel Crohn&#x02019;s disease (CD), and can also be used for monitoring of disease activity in patients with established small-bowel CD, detection of complications such as obscure bleeding and neoplasms, evaluation of response to anti-inflammatory treatment and postoperative recurrence following small bowel resection. VCE could also be an important tool in the management of patients with unclassified inflammatory bowel disease, potentially resulting in reclassification of these patients as having CD. Reports on postoperative monitoring and evaluation of patients with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis who have developed pouchitis have recenty been published. Monitoring of colonic inflammatory activity in patients with ulcerative colitis using the recently developed colonic capsule has also been reported. Capsule endoscopy is associated with an excellent safety profile. Although retention risk is increased in patients with small bowel CD, this risk can be significanty decreased by a routine utilization of a dissolvable patency capsule preceding the ingestion of the diagnostic capsule. This paper contains an overview of the current and future clinical applications of capsule endoscopy in inflammatory bowel disease.

Infliximab for the treatment of pouchitis

Pouchitis is not a rare complication that develops after an ileal-pouch anastomosis, performed after colectomy in patients refractory to treatment or with complicated ulcerative colitis. This condition may become chronic and unresponsive to medical therapies, including corticosteroids, antibiotics and probiotics. The advent of biological therapies(tumor necrosis factor-α inhibitors) has changed the course of these complications. In particular, in these cases, infliximab(IFX) may represent a safe and effective therapy in order to avoid the subsequent operation for a permanent ileostomy. This article reviews the therapeutic effects of one of the most widely used anti-tumor necrosis factor-α molecules, IFX, for the treatment of complicated pouchitis(refractory to conventional treatment and/or fistulizing).

家族性腺瘤性息肉病的诊断及外科治疗研究进展

家族性腺瘤性息肉病(familial adenomatous polyposis,FAP)是一种常染色体显性遗传性疾病。肠镜检查和基因检测为患者提供了早期诊断和治疗的机会,基因诊断是FAP诊断的发展方向,是进一步研究FAP发病机制的关键。全结直肠切除、回肠贮袋-肛管吻合术(ileal pouch-anal anastomosis,IPAA)和结直肠次全切除、回肠-直肠吻合术(ileorectal anastomosis,IRA)是治疗FAP的主要手术方式,尤其是腹腔镜的应用,为外科医生提出了新的机遇和挑战,新术式的提出及其安全性和有效性需要在临床工作中验证并持续改进和发展。FAP的结直肠外表现不可忽视,尤其是十二指肠癌及壶腹癌和硬纤维瘤(desmoid tumour,DT),已成为导致患者死亡的重要原因。本文就FAP的诊断及外科治疗方面进行综述。

Adenocarcinomas after Prophylactic Surgery for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

The incidence of familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is one in 7,000 to 12,000 live births. Virtually, all surgically untreated patients with FAP inevitably develop colorectal-cancer in their lifetime because they carry the adenomatous polyposis coli gene. Thus prophylactic proctocolectomy is indicated. Surgical treatment of FAP is still controversial. There are however, four surgical options: ileorectal anastomosis, restorative proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis, proctocolectomy with ileostomy, and proctocolectomy with continent-ileostomy. Conventional proctocolectomy options largely lie between colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis or ileal pouch-anal anastomosis. Detractors of ileal pouch-anal anastomosis prefer ileorectal anastomosis because of better functional results and quality of life. The functional outcome of total colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis is undoubtedly far superior to that of the ileoanal pouch;however, the risk for rectal cancer is increased by 30%. Even after mucosectomy, inadvertent small mucosal residual islands remain. These residual islands carry the potential for the development of subsequent malignancy. We reviewed the literature (1975-2012) on the incidence, nature, and possible etiology of subsequent ileal-pouch and anal transit zone adenocarcinoma after prophylactic surgery procedure for FAP. To date there are 24 studies reporting 92 pouch-related cancers;15 case reports, 4 prospective and 5 retrospective studies. Twenty three of 92 cancers (25%) developed in the pouch mucosa and 69 (75%) in anal transit zone (ATZ). Current recommendation for pouch surveillance and treatment are presented. Data suggest lifetime surveillance of these patients.

Secondary pouchitis in a post-operative patient with ulcerative colitis,successfully treated by salvage surgery

We report a case of secondary pouchitis, defined as a mucosal inflammatory lesion in the ileal reservoir provoked by pouch-related complication following total colectomy and pouch anal anastomosis, which was successfully treated by salvage surgery. A 20-year-old woman with ulcerative colitis developed acute severe bloody diarrhea following proctocolectomy, ileal pouchanal anastomosis and diverting ileostomy. She was diagnosed as having a secondary pouchitis mainly caused by a peripouch abscess and partly concerned with the abnormal pouch formation. The remnantrectum and ileal pouch were excised and ileal pouch-anal anastomosis and diverting ileostomy were constructed.The postoperative course was uneventful with no sign of pouchitis. Salvage surgery may be indicated to treat secondary pouchitis when caused by surgery-related complications.

Association between gastro-intestinal symptoms and menstruation in patients with ileal pouches

Background and aims:Gastro-intestinal(GI)symptoms are often experienced by healthy women during menstruation.An increased frequency of GI symptoms during menses has also been reported in women with irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease(IBD);however,IBD patients with restorative proctocolectomy and ileal pouch-anal anastomoses(IPAA)have not been studied.We aimed to examine the association between GI symptoms before and during menses in patients with IPAA,and to assess factors for exacerbation of GI symptoms in those patients.Methods:Adult women recorded in the Pouchitis Registry were invited to participate in a mailed survey.Participants reported on GI symptoms 1–5 days prior to-(pre-menses)and during the days of their menses in recent months.Demographic and clinical variables were obtained through the survey and chart review.Results:One hundred and twenty-eight(21.3%)out of 600 women with IPAA responded to the survey questionnaire.Fortythree(33.5%)were excluded for reasons including post-menopausal(n=25),hysterectomy(n=14)and use of contraceptives(n=4).Abdominal pain(P=0.001),diarrhea(P=0.021),and urgency(P=0.031)were more commonly reported during menses than pre-menses by the participants.Only a history of painful menses was significantly associated with increased GI symptoms during menses for patients with ileal pouch(odds ratio=5.67;95%confidence interval:1.41–22.88;P=0.015).Conclusion:GI symptoms such as abdominal pain,diarrhea,and urgency are commonly associated with menses in patients with ileo-anal pouch.Painful menses may be associated with worsening of GI symptoms.

Computed tomography-guided endoscopic needle knife therapy for ileal pouch sinus

Ileal pouch-anal anastomosis surgery can be complicated by anastomotic leaks,leading to the formation of abscess and chronic sinus that have been routinely managed by a surgical approach.We developed the endoscopic needle knife sinusotomy(NKSi)technique,which has become a valid alternative.The basic principle of endoscopic NKSi is dissection and drainage of the sinus through its orifice internally into the lumen of pouch body.The success of NKSi requires an access to the sinus from the pouch side.One of the most challenging situations for NKSi is a closed orifice of the sinus,which leaves an isolated chronic abscess cavity.Here we report a case of complicated presacral sinus with a closed orifice that was not amenable to NKSi,necessitating a CT-guided guide wire placement and subsequent NKSi.

重症溃疡性结肠炎分两期实施IPAA手术的分阶段护理要点分析

目的对重症溃疡性结肠炎(ulcerative colitis,UC)分两期实施IPAA手术的护理要点进行分析和总结。方法成立重症UC外科护理团队,总结护理经验,分析并实施围手术期分阶段护理要点。第1阶段(Ⅰ期术前)护理要点有心理评估和护理、营养治疗护理、食物不耐受检测和饮食指导;第2阶段(Ⅰ期术后至Ⅱ期术前)护理要点有回肠造口周围皮肤护理、肛门功能锻炼指导、回肠贮袋冲洗护理配合;第3阶段(Ⅱ期术后)护理要点有肛周皮肤护理、尿量观察与指导、加强术后随访。结果31例患者IPAA围手术期无死亡病例,均恢复良好出院。结论研究提出的IPAA手术护理要点,能够改善患者预后,具有临床借鉴价值。

腹腔镜全结直肠切除、回肠J型储袋-肛管吻合术近期并发症及防治策略

目的探讨腹腔镜全结直肠切除、回肠J型储袋-肛管吻合术近期并发症原因及防治策略。方法回顾性分析南方医科大学南方医院2014年4月至2022年5月42例家族性腺瘤性息肉病(FAP)和溃疡性结肠炎(UC)行腹腔镜全结直肠切除、回肠J型储袋-肛管吻合术(IPAA)的患者临床资料,分析术后并发症发生的原因及处理措施。结果所有42例患者包括25例FAP及17例UC均在腹腔镜下完成手术,中位出血量为50 mL(10~500 mL),中位手术时间306 min(203~487 min),吻合方式均为回肠J型储袋-肛管吻合;术后并发症发生率为23.8%,其中回肠储袋出血发生率为14.3%,均经内镜下止血治愈;粘连性肠梗阻、胃瘫综合症发生率分别7.1%、4.8%,通过禁食、胃肠减压、肠外营养支持等保守治疗后胃肠功能恢复;腹腔内出血发生率为2.4%。多因素Logistic回归分析显示术中出血量>100 mL(OR=9.896,95%CI:1.206~81.214,P=0.033)为腹腔镜全结直肠切除、回肠J型储袋-肛管吻合术并发症发生的独立危险因素。结论腹腔镜IPAA术中应做到止血可靠、彻底止血、结束手术前反复检查,及制作储袋后常规的全层加固缝合,储袋肛管吻合后肠镜检查将有利于早期发现吻合口及储袋出血,同时可以及时有效止血。