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Abdominoperineal resection grossing (view source)
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==Introduction== | ==Introduction== | ||
This is a relatively uncommon specimen. APRs are done for distal [[colorectal carcinoma|rectal cancer]]s when a [[lower anterior resection]] is not feasible. | [[Image:Abdominoperineal resection.jpg|thumb|right|300px|An illustration of what is done in an abdominoperineal resection and the result.]] | ||
This is a relatively uncommon specimen. APRs are done for distal [[colorectal carcinoma|rectal cancer]]s when a [[lower anterior resection]] (LAR) is not feasible. | |||
LAR are the preferred surgery for rectal cancer, as individuals post-APR are left with a permanent [[stoma]] and expel fecal material into a bag. | |||
==Protocol== | ==Protocol== | ||