Comparative outcomes of proximal stoma versus primary anastomosis in pediatric colorectal trauma

Historically, fecal diversion via proximal stoma (PS) was an accepted option for pediatric colorectal trauma, but recent studies have suggested primary anastomosis (PA) to be safe. This study aimed to compare outcomes between PS and PA for pediatric colorectal trauma, hypothesizing PS will be associated with increased complications but lower mortality compared to PA in this population.