Clinical and functional results after restorative proctocolectomy with ileal J reservoir in the treatment of ulcerative colitis

The use of staplers in the surgical technique of restorative proctocolectomy with J shaped ileo-anal pouch is associated with low morbidity and better long-term results. The procedure requires a good selection of patients, a correct surgical timing, a very carefully technique and a low pre and postoperative treatment with steroids