Three Versus Two-Rows Circular Stapler in Colorectal Anastomosis: Short Term Outcomes

Stefano Agnesi, Marcello Schiavo, Andrea Balla, Ivano Sciannamea, Pietro Pizzi, Mattia Pizzi, Massimiliano Casati, Department of General Surgery, Policlinico di Monza, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital Virgen Macarena, University of Sevilla

Surgical Innovation

Published online on December 26, 2025

Abstract

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AimAnastomotic leakage (AL) is a significant complication after colorectal cancer surgery, with serious clinical and economic consequences. Circular staplers (CSs) with 3 staple rows of different heights may enhance anastomotic integrity and perfusion ...