Systematic review and meta-analysis comparing primary resection and anastomosis versus Hartmann ’s procedure for the management of acute perforated diverticulitis with generalised peritonitis

ConclusionsThis meta-analysis demonstrates that PRA used in the management of haemodynamically stable patients with Hinchey grade III/IV diverticulitis leads to a lower overall persistent stoma rate, with reduced morbidity compared with the traditional management.
Source: Techniques in Coloproctology - Category: Surgery Source Type: research