Comparing diverting and primary repair/anastomotic techniques for managing colorectal trauma: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Non-diverting operative procedures are a feasible choice for the management of civilian penetrating and blunt colon trauma. Previously established criteria for mandatory fecal diversion do not independently predict poor outcomes and should not be the sole guide in clinical decision-making. On the other hand, diverting ostomy should be conducted in the setting of rectal trauma.