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Minimally invasive surgery

Expanding the boundaries of minimally invasive surgery: the feasibility of robotic natural orifice transluminal extraction colectomy and robotic no-incision colectomy in colorectal practice: Thalia Petropoulou, Kyriacos Evangelou, Andreas Polydorou; Ann Coloproctol. 2025;41(4):346-353. Published online August 28, 2025; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2025.00647.0092

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Minimally invasive surgery offers reduced trauma, accelerated recovery, and shorter hospital stays. Robotic technology further enhances laparoscopic precision, particularly in colorectal procedures. This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of robotic natural orifice transluminal extraction colectomy (R-NOTEC) and robotic no-incision colectomy (R-NIC), comparing these techniques to the conventional robotic colectomy.
Methods
Outcomes of patients undergoing robotic-assisted colorectal resection—either conventional robotic colectomy or R-NOTEC/R-NIC—using a single docking technique at a tertiary hospital over 3 years were analyzed. All patients were managed according to established Enhanced Recovery After Surgery protocols.
Results
In total, 100 patients were included, with 25 receiving R-NOTEC or R-NIC. The median age was 65 years (range, 30–82 years), and the median body mass index was 31.0 kg/m2 (range, 20.1–43.0 kg/m2). The median length of stay was significantly shorter in the R-NOTEC/R-NIC group than in the conventional robotic group (2.0 days vs. 3.4 days, P=0.021). Other outcomes, such as circumferential resection margin status, lymph node yield, and mortality, were similar between groups. The R-NOTEC/R-NIC group exhibited a slightly lower complication rate, as well as less opioid use. No conversions to open surgery occurred in either group.
Conclusion
R-NOTEC/R-NIC offer significant promise in colorectal surgery by minimizing trauma, expediting recovery, and maintaining oncologic safety. Nevertheless, these procedures require specialized surgical expertise and careful patient selection. Further research should focus on long-term outcomes and standardization of these techniques.

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Robotic-Assisted Surgery in Emergency General Surgery: A Prospective, Single-Center, Case Series
Thalia Petropoulou, Kyriacos Evangelou, Andreas Polydorou
Cureus.2025;[Epub] CrossRef

Review

Minimally invasive surgery

Comparison of chyle leakage between laparoscopic and open colectomy in patients with colon cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis: Tharin Thampongsa, Sitanun Saengsri, Pichet Wattanapreechanoni, Chairat Supsamutchai, Chumpon Wilasrusmee, Napaphat Poprom; Ann Coloproctol. 2025;41(4):262-270. Published online August 27, 2025; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2025.00045.0006

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Laparoscopic complete mesocolon excision (LCME) for right colonic cancer improves oncological outcomes. This meta-analysis aimed to compare the rate of chylous leakage between laparoscopic and open right colectomy with CME for right-sided colonic cancers.
Methods
A literature search was performed up to February 2022. The primary outcome was the rate of chylous leakage. Secondary outcomes included related surgical and clinical parameters. A meta-analysis was performed to calculate risk ratios.
Results
Eleven studies were included. The rate of postoperative chylous leakage was lower in laparoscopic surgery compared to open surgery (risk ratio, 0.63; 95% confidence interval, 0.33–1.20), although this difference was not statistically significant. LCME showed superior outcomes to open CME (OCME) in secondary outcomes, such as reduced blood loss, increased harvested lymph node count, and decreased overall morbidity.
Conclusion
There was no significant difference between LCME and OCME regarding the rates of chylous leakage, anastomosis leakage, or operative time. However, LCME demonstrated superiority in blood loss reduction, harvested lymph node number, and overall morbidity in patients undergoing surgery for right colon cancer.

Original Articles

Complications

Incisional hernia risk in intracorporeal anastomosis with Pfannenstiel incision versus extracorporeal anastomosis with midline incision for laparoscopic right hemicolectomy: a multicenter comparison: Francesco Saverio Lucido, Giusiana Nesta, Luigi Brusciano, Claudio Gambardella, Francesco Pizza, Giuseppe Scognamiglio, Gianmattia del Genio, Salvatore Tolone, Federico Maria Mongardini, Massimo Mongardini, Ludovico Docimo, Simona Parisi; Ann Coloproctol. 2025;41(4):287-292. Published online June 18, 2025; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2024.00682.0097

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Laparoscopic right hemicolectomy can be performed via intracorporeal ileocolic anastomosis (ICA) or extracorporeal ileocolic anastomosis (ECA). Prior studies have emphasized ICA’s advantages in hospital stay and postoperative pain. This multicenter study aimed to compare the 2-year incidence of incisional hernia between ICA (using a suprapubic Pfannenstiel incision) and ECA (using a pararectal incision) and assess perioperative outcomes.
Methods
We retrospectively analyzed patients undergoing laparoscopic right hemicolectomy between 2019 and 2020, divided into 2 groups: ICA with a Pfannenstiel incision and ECA with a pararectal incision.
Results
The mean operative time was longer in the ICA group (190 minutes vs. 170 minutes, P=0.004). Despite requiring advanced surgical skills and prolonged operative time, ICA was associated with superior short-term outcomes and a significantly lower incisional hernia rate compared to ECA (1.2% vs. 14.7%, P=0.044) at 24-month follow-up.
Conclusion
ICA is linked to longer operative times, but shorter hospital stays, fewer wound complications, and reduced incisional hernia rates compared to ECA.

Complications

Improved outcomes with cyanoacrylate glue for ileocolic anastomosis in right colectomy: a multicenter study: Daniela Rega, Ernesto De Giulio, Raffaele De Luca, Andrea Muratore, Marco Milone, Giuseppe Sica, Paolo Millo, Carmela Cervone, Nicola Cillara, Patrizia Marsanic, Brunella Maria Pirozzi, Valeria Grazia Malagnino, Pietro Anoldo, Marcello Calabrò, Giovanni De Palma, Michele Simone, Paolo Delrio; Ann Coloproctol. 2025;41(4):293-302. Published online June 4, 2025; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2024.00899.0128

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Anastomotic leaks (AL) remain a major complication following right colectomy for colon cancer. This multicenter, prospective, observational study evaluated the efficacy of Glubran 2, a cyanoacrylate-based sealant, in reducing the incidence of AL by reinforcing ileocolic anastomoses.
Methods
The study enrolled 380 patients undergoing right colectomy for colon cancer across 7 Italian hospitals. Glubran 2 was applied to reinforce ileocolic anastomoses. The primary endpoint was a 50% reduction in AL incidence from a baseline of 6.18% within 10 days after surgery. Secondary endpoints included examining the correlation between AL and preexisting risk factors and determining the rate of anastomotic bleeding. Statistical analyses employed binomial tests and logistic regression.
Results
The AL rate was reduced to 1.85% compared to the reference rate of 6.18% (P<0.01). Glubran 2 exhibited a protective effect even in patients with preexisting risk factors such as smoking, diabetes, or prior surgeries; none of these factors was significantly associated with AL (P>0.05). Surgical technique (P=0.687), anastomosis technique (P=0.998), and anastomosis type (P=0.998) did not influence AL rates. Operation time was similar across groups (P=0.613), and anastomotic bleeding occurred in 1.3% of cases, with no association with AL (P=0.989).
Conclusion
Glubran 2 was safely applied to ileocolic anastomoses, significantly reducing AL rates and potentially providing a protective effect even in patients with known risk factors. Its hemostatic and bacteriostatic properties support improved postoperative outcomes, highlighting its potential as an effective adjunct in colorectal surgery. Further studies are warranted to confirm these findings and explore broader applications.

Technical Note

Technical tips

A unique surgical approach to the management of life-threatening, obscure lower gastrointestinal bleeding: Nelson Chen, Tessa Daly, Neil Strugnell, Russell Hodgson, David Bird; Ann Coloproctol. 2024;40(5):515-518. Published online October 17, 2024; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2024.00101.0014

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Cranial-first approach for laparoscopic extended right hemicolectomy: Kyong-Min Kang, Heung-Kwon Oh, Hong-Min Ahn, Tae-Gyun Lee, Hye-Rim Shin, Mi-Jeong Choi, Duck-Woo Kim, Sung-Bum Kang; Ann Coloproctol. 2024;40(3):282-284. Published online June 19, 2024; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2023.00661.0094

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Abstract PDF Supplementary Material: Complete mesocolic excision and central vascular ligation with D3 lymphadenectomy are important surgical principles for improving oncological outcomes in colon cancer. The cranial-first approach is a colonic mobilization–first approach to radical right hemicolectomy, which has several advantages, including early feasibility assessment, safe dissection from surrounding organs, preestablished inferior margin of lymph node dissection, and revelation of the tangible anatomy of the tributaries of the gastrocolic trunk. This video demonstrates the cranial-first approach to radical right hemicolectomy in a 66-year-old man with locally advanced cecal cancer.

Case Report

Benign bowel disease

Colonic duplication in an adult with chronic constipation: a case report and review of its surgical management: Muhammad Ash-Shafhawi Adznan, Hizami Amin Tai, Aras Emre Canda, Nevra Elmas, Mustafa Cem Terzi; Ann Coloproctol. 2024;40(Suppl 1):S6-S10. Published online May 16, 2024; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2022.01081.0154

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Abstract PDF: One of the possible causes of chronic constipation is colonic duplication. Although seldom asymptomatic, its diagnosis is important due to the risk of malignancy that it carries. We present a case of a young female patient with long-standing constipation who was referred to Kolorektal Cerrahi Clinic (Izmir, Turkey) after scans revealed tubular type of colonic duplication. We successfully performed a laparoscopic total colectomy, and she recovered well. Identifying the type of duplication is important to ensure adequate resection and treatment. A proper workup, including carcinoembryonic antigen levels, must be done as well. Multiple surgical techniques and procedures have been introduced for this condition, but resection of the duplicated colon with its native lumen should be the management of choice, especially in tubular type of duplications such as in our case. In centers where laparoscopic services are available, laparoscopy could be a better option, as it provides multiple benefits of minimally invasive surgery. Attention should also be paid to anatomical details during surgery to ensure better results and outcomes.

Video

Video clip

Robotic total colectomy and ileorectal anastomosis: Jonathan Yu Jin Chua, Nan Zun Teo, James Chi-Yong Ngu; Ann Coloproctol. 2024;40(2):186-187. Published online April 22, 2024; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2024.00066.0009

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The benefits of minimally invasive approaches in colorectal surgery have been well demonstrated. However, some hesitancy remains with regards to the utilization of the robotic platform for total colectomies, mostly due to the perceived need for multiple re-dockings in multiquadrant surgery. This video aims to demonstrate how the robotic platform can be efficiently utilized in multiquadrant surgery without the need for multiple re-dockings, as well as some tips on how to overcome the potential challenges that may be encountered during this procedure.

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Fully Robotic Total Colectomy in High‐Risk Patients and Review of Literature
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The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery.2025;[Epub] CrossRef

Original Articles

Minimally invasive surgery

Learning curve for single-port robot-assisted colectomy: Moon Suk Choi, Seong Hyeon Yun, Sung Chul Lee, Jung Kyong Shin, Yoon Ah Park, Jungwook Huh, Yong Beom Cho, Hee Cheol Kim, Woo Yong Lee; Ann Coloproctol. 2024;40(1):44-51. Published online December 20, 2022; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2022.00745.0106

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Purpose
Since the introduction of robotic surgery, robots for colorectal cancer have replaced laparoscopic surgery, and a single-port robot (SPR) platform has been launched and is being used to treat patients. We analyzed the learning curve and initial complications of using an SPR platform in colorectal cancer surgery.
Methods
We reviewed 39 patients who underwent SPR colectomy from April to October 2019. All surgeries were performed by the same surgeon using an SPR device. A learning curve was generated using the cumulative sum methodology to assess changes in total operation time, docking time, and surgeon console time. We grouped the patients into 3 groups according to the time period: the first 11 were phase 1, the next 11 were phase 2, and the last 17 were phase 3.
Results
The mean age of the patients was 61.28±13.03 years, and they had a mean body mass index of 23.79±2.86 kg/m2. Among the patients, 23 (59.0%) were male, and 16 (41.0%) were female. The average operation time was 186.59±51.30 minutes, the average surgeon console time was 95.49±35.33 minutes, and the average docking time (time from skin incision to robot docking) was 14.87±10.38 minutes. The surgeon console time differed significantly among the different phases (P<0.001). Complications occurred in 8 patients: 2 ileus, 2 postoperation hemoglobin changes, 3 urinary retentions, and 1 complicated fluid collection.
Conclusion
In our experience, the learning curve for SPR colectomy was achieved after the 18th case.

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A systematic review of the Da Vinci® Single-Port system (DVSP) in the context of colorectal surgery
Francesco Brucchi, Isacco Montroni, Roberto Cirocchi, Giovanni Taffurelli, Marco Vitellaro, Gianluca Mascianà, Giovanni Battista Levi Sandri, Gianlorenzo Dionigi, Sara Lauricella
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Colorectal cancer

Short- and long-term outcomes of subtotal/total colectomy in the management of obstructive left colon cancer: Jung Tak Son, Yong Bog Kim, Hyung Ook Kim, Chungki Min, Yongjun Park, Sung Ryol Lee, Kyung Uk Jung, Hungdai Kim; Ann Coloproctol. 2023;39(3):260-266. Published online May 25, 2022; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2022.00101.0014

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Purpose
Surgical management of obstructive left colon cancer (OLCC) is still a matter of debate. The classic Hartmann procedure (HP) has a disadvantage that requires a second major operation. Subtotal colectomy/total abdominal colectomy (STC/TC) with ileosigmoid or ileorectal anastomosis is proposed as an alternative procedure to avoid stoma and anastomotic leakage. However, doubts about morbidity and functional outcome and lack of long-term outcomes have made surgeons hesitate to perform this procedure. Therefore, this trial was designed to provide data for morbidity, functional outcomes, and long-term outcomes of STC/TC.
Methods
This study retrospectively analyzed consecutive cases of OLCC that were treated by STC/TC between January 2000 and November 2020 at a single tertiary referral center. Perioperative outcomes and long-term outcomes of STC/TC were analyzed.
Results
Twenty-five descending colon cancer (45.5%) and 30 sigmoid colon cancer cases (54.5%) were enrolled in this study. Postoperative complications occurred in 12 patients. The majority complication was postoperative ileus (10 of 12). Anastomotic leakage and perioperative mortality were not observed. At 6 to 12 weeks after the surgery, the median frequency of defecation was twice per day (interquartile range, 1–3 times per day). Eight patients (14.5%) required medication during this period, but only 3 of 8 patients required medication after 1 year. The 3-year disease-free survival was 72.7% and 3-year overall survival was 86.7%.
Conclusion
The risk of anastomotic leakage is low after STC/TC. Functional and long-term outcomes are also acceptable. Therefore, STC/TC for OLCC is a safe, 1-stage procedure that does not require diverting stoma.

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Intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in laparoscopic right hemicolectomy: a retrospective cohort study of anastomotic complications: Jonathan Frigault, Samuel Avoine, Sébastien Drolet, François Letarte, Alexandre Bouchard, Jean-Pierre Gagné, Claude Thibault, Roger C. Grégoire, Naomee Jutras Bouthillette, Maude Gosselin, Philippe Bouchard; Ann Coloproctol. 2023;39(2):147-155. Published online March 29, 2022; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2021.00983.0140

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Purpose
Laparoscopic right hemicolectomy (LRH) can be performed with an intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) or extracorporeal anastomosis (EA). It is not clear which technique is best. This study evaluated the impact of each anastomosis technique on perioperative safety and postoperative evolution.
Methods
We performed a retrospective study at a tertiary colorectal surgery center. All patients who had an elective LRH from 2015 to 2019 were analyzed according to the anastomosis technique used.
Results
In total, 285 patients were included in the study. IA was performed in 64 patients (22.5%). Mean operative time was longer in the patients with IA (IA, 160±31 minutes vs. EA, 138±42 minutes; P<0.001). No differences were observed in intraoperative complications, time to first bowel movement, length of stay, reoperation, or rehospitalization. Time to first flatus was longer in the patients with IA (P=0.049). At 30 days after surgery, there were no differences in the frequency of anastomotic leak (IA, 0% vs. EA, 2.3%; P=0.59), bleeding (IA, 3.1% vs. EA, 2.7%; P>0.99), or intraabdominal abscess (IA, 0% vs. EA, 0.5%; P>0.99). During follow-up, we noted more incisional hernias in patients with EA (IA, 1.6% vs. EA, 11.3%; P=0.01) and a trend toward more hernia in patients with EA in multivariate analysis (hazard ratio, 7.13; P=0.06). Anastomosis technique had no influence on recurrence.
Conclusion
For LRH, both IA and EA are safe, with a low incidence of complications when performed by experienced surgeons. IA may be associated with a lower incidence of incisional hernia.

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Review

Malignant disease,Prognosis and adjuvant therapy,Colorectal cancer,Minimally invasive surgery,Surgical technique

Is Laparoscopic Complete Mesocolic Excision and Central Vascular Ligation Really Necessary for All Patients With Right-Sided Colon Cancer?: Gyung Mo Son, In Young Lee, Yoon Suk Lee, Bong-Hyeon Kye, Hyeon-Min Cho, Je-Ho Jang, Chang-Nam Kim, Kil Yeon Lee, Suk-Hwan Lee, Jun-Gi Kim, On behalf of The Korean Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Study Group; Ann Coloproctol. 2021;37(6):434-444. Published online December 8, 2021; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2021.00955.0136

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Colon cancer treatment is on the way to evolution over several decades. The minimally invasive surgery has improved postoperative short-term outcomes. Adjuvant chemotherapy has prolonged the survival of advanced colon cancer patients. Hohenberger proposed the noble concept of complete mesocolic excision (CME) which consists of 3 components: plane surgery, sufficient longitudinal bowel resection, and central vascular ligation (CVL). Mesocolic plane surgery shares the same surgical principle of total mesorectal excision, which is maintaining the intact mesothelial envelope. However, there remain debates about the extent of bowel resection and the level of CVL for maximizing lymph node dissection. There is no solid clinical evidence for the oncological necessity and benefit of extended radical dissection in right hemicolectomy. CME with CVL based on open surgery has been adopted in laparoscopic surgery. So, it is also necessary to look at how the CME could be transformed and successfully implanted in the laparoscopic era. Recent rapid advances in surgical technology and cancer biology are preparing for fundamental changes in cancer surgery. In this study, we reviewed the history, oncological necessity, and compatibility of CME for the right hemicolectomy in the laparoscopic era and outline the new perspectives on the evolution of cancer surgery.

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A case report of impacted fecalith within mucosal pouch: an unusual cause of colocolic intussusception: Douglas Greer, Adrian Fernandez; Ann Coloproctol. 2024;40(Suppl 1):S15-S17. Published online November 18, 2021; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2021.00724.0103

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Abstract PDF: Intussusception involving the colon is unusual in adults and when present is managed with resection due to the risk of malignancy. We present an unusual case where the intussusceptum was impacted stool in a mucosal pouch in the transverse colon. The patient presented with bleeding per rectum and abdominal pain and was found to have a colocolic intussusception on computed tomography. Colonoscopy showed an ulcerated mass in the transverse colon. A laparoscopic right hemicolectomy was performed. Histopathology demonstrated known chronic lymphocytic leukemia, but not solid malignancy. A large fecalith impacted within a mucosal pouch had acted as the lead point. This represents a highly unusual but benign cause of intussusception.

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Influence of colonic mesenteric area on the number of lymph node retrieval for colon cancer: a prospective cohort study: Nadir Adnan Hacım, Ahmet Akbaş, Yigit Ulgen, Talar Vartanoglu Aktokmakyan, Serhat Meric, Merve Tokocin, Onder Karabay, Yuksel Altinel; Ann Coloproctol. 2023;39(1):77-84. Published online September 16, 2021; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2021.00444.0063

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Purpose
The minimum harvested 12 lymph nodes (LNs) is regarded as the limit for accurate staging of nodal status in colorectal cancer patients. Besides the association of the lengths of resected intestinal segments and vascular pedicles, the mesocolic mesenteric area’s impact on LN count has not been studied. We aimed to evaluate the associations between metric variables, including the mesocolic mesentery area on the nodal harvest.
Methods
All consecutive patients who underwent elective colectomy with a curative intention for colon adenocarcinoma were prospectively included. The metric variables included the lengths of resected intestinal segments, vascular pedicle, and colonic mesenteric area. The variables influencing the LN count and the correlation between the total LN count and the specimens’ relevant metric measurements were analyzed.
Results
There were 46 patients with a median age of 64 years. The median count for total LNs was 22, and the LN positivity was 59.2%. There was an inadequate LN yield (<12) in 3 patients (6.1%). No significant associations were found between the adequacy of nodal harvest and the demographic, clinical, and tumoral features (P>0.05). There were significant positive correlations between total LN number and length of vascular pedicle and mesenteric area (r=0.576, P<0.001 and r=0.566, P<0.001).
Conclusion
The length of the vascular pedicle and mesenteric area were significantly correlated with total LN counts. Although there was no significant impact on the length of resected segments, the colonic mesenteric area can be used alone as a measure for the assessment of the nodal yield in colon cancer.

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Multivisceral resection for colonic splenic flexure malakoplakia: a case report of a minimally invasive approach: Andrés Ramiro Lanza Díaz, Santiago Gallardo Pezet, Osvaldo Soto González, Montserrat Guraieb Trueba, Ivan Azael Martínez Alonso, Mario Alberto López Ramirez; Ann Coloproctol. 2023;39(2):178-182. Published online July 21, 2021; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3393/ac.2021.00178.0025

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Malakoplakia is a rare granulomatous inflammatory disorder. Its diagnosis depends on histopathological findings; however, high-quality literature regarding proper medical/surgical treatment is lacking. A 38-year-old diabetic female patient was admitted to the emergency room with a history of lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Colonoscopy revealed a lesion in the descending colon, and abdominal computed tomography revealed a splenic flexure mass involving the lower pole of the spleen and upper pole of the left kidney. Biopsies confirmed the diagnosis of malakoplakia. After completing antibiotic treatment, a restaging computed tomography revealed a discrete mass increase; hence, the patient underwent laparoscopic en bloc colectomy and partial nephrectomy. Postoperatively, the patient developed a pancreatic fistula, which was successfully treated with percutaneous drainage and antibiotics. The presence of pathognomonic Michaelis-Gutmann inclusions on histopathology is frequently reported as the key to diagnosing malakoplakia. Herein, we present a successful, minimally invasive surgical treatment for colonic malakoplakia.

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