to compare the clinical outcomes of single-layer extramucosal colostomy closure with full-thickness (all-layers) colostomy closure in paediatric patients.
Materials and Methods:
This randomised controlled trial was conducted in the Department of Paediatric Surgery, Bahawal Victoria Hospital, Bahawalpur, from March 2021 to March 2022. A total of 52 paediatric patients undergoing colostomy reversal for anorectal malformations, intestinal obstruction, or blunt abdominal trauma were enrolled. They were randomly allocated into two groups: Group A underwent full-thickness colostomy closure, whereas Group B underwent single-layer extramucosal closure. Patients were followed for 30 days postoperatively. Primary outcomes included anastomotic leak and anastomotic stricture. Secondary outcomes included operative time and duration of hospital stay. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 21, with p ≤0.05 considered significant.