Long-term outcomes of Hartmann ’s procedure versus primary anastomosis for generalized peritonitis due to perforated diverticulitis: follow-up of a prospective multicenter randomized trial (DIVERTI)

ConclusionsThis follow-up study with a median follow-up time of  >  9 years among living patients indicates that PRA for perforated diverticulitis is associated with fewer long-term complications and better QoL than HP. PRA significantly reduced the incisional hernia rate and the need for reoperation. Long-term survival was not jeopardized by the PRA approach. F uture studies are needed to address the utility of protective stoma.
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research