There are severel problems associated with the closing of a temporary loop-ileostomy after surgery for rectal cancer. The purpose of this study is to answer two questions: 1. The choice of anastomotic method - does it influence the postoperative course? 2. The use of a prophylactic mesh when closing the stoma site - will there be less hernias?
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Number of participants with postoperative bowel obstruction
Timeframe: 30 days
Number of participants with postoperative stoma site hernia
Timeframe: 2 year