the invention relates to medical devices , in particular condoms / drains , that find use in anastomosis . thus the present invention relates to these medical devices per se , to a medical kit comprising these medical devices , to the use of these medical devices , to a method for medical treatment involving application of these medical devices to an organism who is in need thereof as well as to the use of certain biocompatible , biodegradable synthetic polymers in the preparation of a medical device for the treatment of a disease or a condition which requires anastomosis . the medical devices of the present invention are typically condom shaped and are used for the protection of anastomosis . the devices comprise a tubular shaped part which is made of a biocompatible , biodegradable polymer . the devices may be applied by stapling .