At the European Colorectal Congress 2025, taking place in St. Gallen, Switzerland, from November 29 to December 3, leading European colorectal surgeons and specialists will gather to discuss the latest advances in colorectal disease management. Professor Denost will address a key issue in rectal cancer surgery through his presentation, “Stoma or No Stoma in Low Colorectal Anastomosis?”, focusing on the benefits, limitations, and patient selection criteria for diverting stomas following low colorectal anastomosis. This lecture will provide an evidence-based perspective on optimizing postoperative safety while preserving patients’ quality of life. des patients.