ObjectiveTo explore the clinical value of modified Soave procedure with stapler for the treatment of Hirschsprung disease. MethodsThe clinical data of 26 patients with Hirschsprung disease adimitted in No.477 hospital from January 2002 to December 2010 were analyzed retrospectively. All the patients underwent modified Soave operation with rectal mucosa and proximal intestine stapled end-to-end. ResultsAll operations were successful without anastomotic leakage, aponeurosis of investment infection, and colonitis. Increased stool frequency presented in two cases, which were cured with astringents on day 15 and 30 after operation, respectively. Mild fecal contamination was in one case. All cases were followed up between 3 months to 60 months, with an average 32 months, without incontinence and constiptation. ConclusionModified Soave procedure with stapler is safe and effective for the treatment of Hirschsprung disease in elder children and adult.
