Long-term outcomes following ileal pouch-anal anastomosis in patients with indeterminate colitis

Long-term function after ileal pouch-anal anastomosis for the majority of indeterminate colitis patients was good. Approximately 40% eventually exhibited Crohn disease-like behavior, but the majority had acceptable function and quality of life. Ileal pouch-anal anastomosis is an appropriate surgical option for indeterminate colitis patients after informed consent.