Defunctioning loop ileostomy for pelvic anastomoses: predictors of morbidity and nonclosure.

OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to determine the morbidity of a defunctioning loop ileostomy and the subsequent closure rate, and to identify the predictors of complications and nonclosure of stoma.DESIGN:This study is a retrospective review of a single-institution experience.PATIENTS:All patien