Incidence and Characterization of the Anterior Resection Syndrome Through the Use of the LARS Scale (Low Anterior Resection Score)

Conclusions Half of the operated patients presented high LARS score and only a third did not provide a quantifiable ARS. The overall perception of quality of life was significantly worse in patients with more severe LARS. The absence of the rectum (total mesorectal excision) and the type of anastomosis were the main factors associated with the LARS score.
Source: Cirugia Espanola - Category: Surgery Source Type: research