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DOI: 10.1055/a-2467-3573
Sparse outer longitudinal muscle layer in peranal endoscopic myectomy: reinforcement of wound closure with peptide gel

Peranal endoscopic myectomy (PAEM) is a novel endoscopic technique for removing lesions together with the inner circular muscle layer in patients with lower rectal tumors with severe submucosal fibrosis [1] [2] [3] [4]. In this procedure, the outer longitudinal muscle is exposed at the resection area and its fragility poses a risk for perforation. As there are few reports on PAEM, the thickness of the muscles in the lower rectum is not well known. In our experience, the outer longitudinal muscle is usually dense and the extraluminal tissue is invisible ([Fig. 1]). Herein, we present the management of a patient with a sparse outer longitudinal muscle layer ([Video 1]).


A 52-year-old man underwent cold snare polypectomy for a small rectal lesion. Histological examination of the resected specimen revealed a 5-mm neuroendocrine tumor, grade 1, with a positive vertical margin. Additional surgery was recommended according to the Japanese guidelines [5], and he was referred to our hospital.
No residual tumor was detected around the scar ([Fig. 2]). After discussions with surgeons regarding the patient’s desire to preserve anal function, PAEM was performed. During the procedure, sparse and partially injured outer longitudinal muscles were observed ([Fig. 3]). After en bloc resection, the muscle layer was roughly closed with endoclips, and a self-assembling peptide gel (PuraStat; 3D-Matrix, Tokyo, Japan) was injected into the gap ([Fig. 4]).






Antibiotics were administered prophylactically on postoperative days 0 and 1. Oral intake was resumed on postoperative day 2, and the patient was discharged on postoperative day 5 without adverse events. Histological examination of the resected specimen revealed a 2-mm, grade 1 neuroendocrine tumor with a negative margin.
Injection of self-assembling peptide gel combined with endoscopic clips can be used to easily reinforce wound closure.
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Publication History
Article published online:
29 November 2024
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