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==Introduction==
==Introduction==
[[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.
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.


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*Circumference - distal end: ___ cm.
*Circumference - distal end: ___ cm.
*Rectum length (distal margin to mesorectal reflection): ___ cm.
*Rectum length (distal margin to mesorectal reflection): ___ cm.
*Skin (anal): ___ cm.


Appearance - external:
Appearance - external:
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===Alternate approaches===
===Alternate approaches===
==See also==
==See also==
*[[Sigmoidectomy for diverticular disease]].
*[[Sigmoidectomy for diverticular disease]].
*[[Donuts]].
*[[Rectum]].
===Related protocols===
===Related protocols===
*[[Lower anterior resection for cancer grossing]].
*[[Lower anterior resection for cancer grossing]].
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==External links==


[[Category:Gastrointestinal pathology]]
[[Category:Gastrointestinal pathology]]
[[Category:Gross pathology]]
[[Category:Gross pathology]]