Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	118525
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Pelvic floor rehabilitation improves anorectal function after sphincter-preserving surgery for low rectal cancer
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Xiao-Jun Liu, Ming-Li Wei, Li-Li Liu and Jing-Jing Qin
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Corresponding Author	Jing-Jing Qin, Wound and Ostomy Outpatient Clinic, The Second People's Hospital of Huai'an/The Affiliated Huai'an Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, No. 62 Huaihai South Road, Huai’an 223600, Jiangsu Province, China. 05130217@163.com
Key Words	Anal sphincter-preserving surgery; Low rectal cancer; Anorectal function; Fecal incontinence workload rehabilitation; Prophylactic colostomy; Pelvic floor muscle
Core Tip	Postoperative anorectal dysfunction is one of the most difficult problems associated with sphincter-preserving surgery for low rectal cancer after temporary fecal diversion. In this retrospective study we demonstrate that a preoperative and postoperative structured pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation program enhances anorectal manometric parameters in addition to fecal continence and bowel function recovery as well as quality of life. These results reinforce the routine integration of pelvic floor rehabilitation in postoperative care in order to optimize functional outcomes for these patients.
Citation	Liu XJ, Wei ML, Liu LL, Qin JJ. Pelvic floor rehabilitation improves anorectal function after sphincter-preserving surgery for low rectal cancer. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press

Received	2026-01-30 09:43
Peer-Review Started	2026-01-30 09:43
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-02-26 07:03
Return for Revision	2026-02-26 07:03
Revised	2026-03-12 15:25
Publication Fee Transferred	2026-03-18 01:43
Second Decision by Editor	2026-05-20 02:41
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-05-20 04:12
Articles in Press	2026-05-20 04:12
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