Evaluation and Management of Traumatic Rectal Injury

Nina M Clark; Rebecca G Maine

doi:10.1055/s-0043-1777666

Evaluation and Management of Traumatic Rectal Injury

Clin Colon Rectal Surg. 2023 Dec 21;37(6):411-416. doi: 10.1055/s-0043-1777666. eCollection 2024 Nov.

Authors

Nina M Clark^{1

2}, Rebecca G Maine³

Affiliations

¹ Department of Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington.
² Surgical Outcomes Research Center, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington.
³ Division of Trauma, Burn, and Critical Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington.

Abstract

Traumatic injury to the rectum is rare but associated with high morbidity and mortality. In recent years, diagnostic and treatment recommendations for these complex injuries have changed. While rare, it is critical for general surgeons to understand the basic principles of injury assessment, damage control, and definitive management of traumatic rectal injuries. This article reviews the literature regarding the evaluation and management of traumatic rectal injuries.

Keywords: pelvic injury; rectum; trauma.

Publication types

Review