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This single-institution retrospective case series demonstrates that laparoscopic extraperitoneal retrotransversalis end colostomy is feasible, safe and effective in preventing parastomal hernias and stomal prolapse.

particular patient, he avoided a repeat laparotomy with a diverting stoma and subsequent redo anastomosis. His hernia management was deferred to an elective setting. He ultimately had almost no interruption to his chemotherapya scenario that would not have been possible following a repeat laparotomy.

Video S1. Video detailing the construct and use of a 30 degree laparoscope with a proposed 'clockface' nomenclature for lens positioning to aid intraoperative communication.

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