Rectal anastomotic stenosis given dilatation, usually choose balloon dilatation, about 4~5 times, the specific should also be combined with the progress of the disease, can not be generalized.
Rectal anastomotic stenosis given dilatation treatment, in the clinic will generally recommend the choice of balloon dilatation, most patients need repeated dilatation in order to achieve effective treatment, about 4~5 times, but if their own conditions are not good or the disease is continuing to worsen, the number of dilatation will increase.
If stenosis is found within six months after surgery, balloon dilatation should be taken as soon as possible to release the stenosis, in order to prevent fibrosis near the anastomosis caused by untimely treatment. However, if the effect of repeated dilatation is not clear, a permanent stoma may be considered.
If the rectal anastomotic stenosis needs to be dilated, it is recommended that the patient should follow the doctor’s advice according to his/her personal condition, and go to the hospital regularly for treatment and rechecking, and the doctor will decide whether it is necessary to carry out the next dilatation according to the recovery after dilatation.