Why the study?
Is C-reactive protein more accurate than procalcitonin for detecting infectious complications after elective colorectal surgery?
Is C-reactive protein more accurate than procalcitonin for detecting infectious complications after elective colorectal surgery?
C-reactive protein measured on the fourth postoperative day is a more accurate predictor of infectious complications than procalcitonin after elective colorectal surgery, aiding in safe early discharge.
May support CRP on POD4 for early discharge decisions after colorectal surgery; leaves open need for prospective validation.
C-reactive protein is more accurate than procalcitonin for the detection of infectious complications and should be systematically measured at the fourth postoperative day. It is a useful tool to ensure a safe early discharge after elective colorectal surgery.
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Facy et al. (2015) studied this question.