How to Do a Continuous Inverting Bowel Anastomosis Employing Counter‐Traction

ANZ Journal of Surgery 2026

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Authors: Sunil Siri Pathamanathan, Warunika Jayasena, Steven L. Due, Harjit Singh
DOI: 10.1111/ans.70515
Cited by: 0
References: 7

Abstract

Bowel anastomosis is a fundamental skill for gastrointestinal surgeons, who must be proficient in both stapled and hand-sewn methods. Various inverting suture techniques have been described, each aiming to optimize security and healing. We describe a hand-sewn, two-layer side-to-side anastomosis using a continuous inverting suture with counter-traction, accompanied by illustrative images and a video demonstration.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments Surgical Sutures and Adhesives Surgical Simulation and Training

Publication details

Journal / source
ANZ Journal of Surgery
Volume
96
Issue
6
Pages
1775–1777
Publication date
30 January 2026
Language
EN