Indication and type of surgery in Crohn's disease

The large majority of patients affected by Crohn's disease require surgery during their clinical history. Radical resection originally advocated for Crohn's disease does not decrease the recurrence rate, and repeated resections predispose patients to the development of short‐bowel syndrome. Over the last few years, conservative surgery has become accepted by many authors as a safe means of treating obstructive Crohn's disease. In this review article we analyse the efficacy and safety of conservative techniques, in comparison with resective surgery. Indications, advantages and technical aspects of resective and conservative surgery are reported.

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