Introduction

In 2018, there were 1.8 million cases of colorectal cancer worldwide.¹ Advances in surgery and radiation therapy for patients with colorectal cancer have led to improved survival and awareness of post-surgical outcomes.² Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS) is defined as disordered bowel function after surgical resection of the rectum, often leading to a detriment in quality of life.³ Symptoms range from faecal incontinence and urgency, to constipation and emptying difficulties.^2,3