Laparoscopic Rectosigmoid Resection for Acute Sigmoid Diverticulitis

Abstract   Laparoscopic sigmoid colectomy has been widely accepted as elective approach but is, however, still discussed controversially for acute cases. Patients receiving a laparoscopic early single-stage procedure benefit from an early postoperative convalescence with a minimum of disability. As more surgeons gain expertise in minimally invasive surgery of the rectosigmoid, this video highlights the main steps of a rectosigmoid resection for acute complicated diverticulitis. Electronic supplementary material  The online version of this article (doi:) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.