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Changes in crypt morphometry and labelling index were most marked in crypt positions 1-10 away from the anastomosis. Crypts at this site increased in height at 2, 4, and 8 weeks (p less than 0.001) but returned to normal values by 12 weeks. Likewise, labelling index was increased at 2, 4, and 8 weeks (p less than 0.001) and remained higher at 12 weeks (p less than 0.05). 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