Intraoperative VFA-ICG with quantitative perfusion assessment using the fluorescence index is a reliable tool for predicting intestinal anastomotic suture failure in gunshot wounds to the small intestine and supports optimization of surgical strategy, reduction of specific intra-abdominal infectious complications and mortality, and lowering of treatment costs in this patient population.
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