The impact of ileal pouch‐anal anastomosis on graft survival following liver transplantation for primary sclerosing cholangitis

Summary Background Liver transplantation is the only life‐extending intervention for primary sclerosing cholangitis ( PSC ). Given the co‐existence with colitis, patients may also require colectomy; a factor potentially conferring improved post‐transplant outcomes. Aim To determine the impact of restorative surgery via ileal pouch‐anal anastomosis ( IPAA ) vs retaining an end ileostomy on liver‐related outcomes post‐transplantation. Methods...