Bowel dysfunction after minimally invasive sphincter-preserving surgery for rectal cancer: A prospective study of prevalence, associated factors and quality of life | Synapse
March 15, 2026Open Access
Bowel dysfunction after minimally invasive sphincter-preserving surgery for rectal cancer: A prospective study of prevalence, associated factors and quality of life
Key Points
This research aims to evaluate the prevalence of bowel dysfunction following sphincter-preserving surgery for rectal cancer and its effects on quality of life.
Conducted a prospective study involving patients who underwent minimally invasive sphincter-preserving surgery for rectal cancer.
Evaluated factors associated with bowel dysfunction, including NACTRT and anastomotic level.
Analyzed the relationship between LARS severity and quality of life outcomes.
Bowel dysfunction was prevalent among patients after surgery, strongly influenced by treatment and surgical factors.
Higher LARS severity correlated negatively with quality of life, indicating significant impairments.
Abstract
Bowel dysfunction after MI-SPS is strongly influenced by NACTRT, anastomotic level and perioperative factors. Higher LARS severity significantly impairs QoL.