Mesenteric-based surgery for Crohn ’s disease: evidence and perspectives

Postoperative anastomotic recurrence of Crohn ’s disease is challenging and can lead to symptom recurrence and further surgery. The mesenteric pole of the intestine is the initial site of macroscopic anastomotic recurrence, and the mesentery may play an important role in recurrence after surgical resection. Therefore, “mesenteric-based surg ery” has gained increasing attention by clinicians. However, the role of mesentery in the postoperative recurrence remains controversial. This review will examine mesenteric changes in Crohn’s disease, proposed roles for mesentery in disease progression, and the potential for mesenteric-based su rgery in the surgical management of Crohn disease.
Source: Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research