摘要：Objective:This study examines the operative details and complications of colorectal resection in patients with ovarian and primary peritoneal carcinoma. study design:Patients who underwent colorectal resection for ovarian and primary peritoneal cancer were identified in our surgical database for the period 1988 through 2002. Results:Of the 125 patients who were identified,73%were undergoing primary cytoreduction; 18%were undergoing secondary cytoreduction,and 7%were undergoing interval cytoreduction. The mean length of colon that was removed was 15.7 cm. The method of anastom.s.s was stapler in 63%and hand sewn in 22%; 15%patients had no anastom.s.s performed. A protective ostomy was used in 13%of patients. Optimal cytoreduction ( < 1 cm) was achieved in 74%. Operative complications occurred in 37%of patients,with the m.s. common being hemorrhage (25%). Anastomotic leaks occurred in 2.5%of the patients,and the m.s. common postoperative complication was ileus (28%). Postoperative bowel function returned to normal in 71%of patients. Conclusion:To obtain optimal cytoreduction in patients with ovarian cancer,colorectal resection often is necessary. Colorectal resection can be performed with a low risk of anastomotic complications,and patients frequently have the return of normal bowel function.