Year 2019 / Volume 111 / Number 5
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The rectosigmoid junction: are limits important?

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DOI: 10.17235/reed.2019.5983/2018

Jorge Luna-Abanto,

Abstract
The rectosigmoid junction (RSJ) is the limit between the sigmoid colon and the rectum. The limits of this transition zone have been a source of controversy. There are multiple definitions that aim to establish the beginning of the rectum. Some organizations propose the use of more than one definition. Generally, these definitions use either radiological markings, endoscopic measurements or anatomical landmarks. However, no consensus exists currently.
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Publication history

Received: 18/10/2018

Accepted: 26/10/2018

Online First: 25/04/2019

Published: 07/05/2019

Article Online First time: 189 days

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