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Does C-reactive protein measurement on post-operative day 3 rule out infectious complications in patients undergoing major abdominal surgery?
Does C-reactive protein measurement on post-operative day 3 rule out infectious complications in patients undergoing major abdominal surgery?
A CRP level below 159 mg/L on post-operative day 3 can safely rule out infectious complications after major abdominal surgery, aiding early discharge and reducing unnecessary imaging.
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Supports CRP-guided early discharge after abdominal surgery; strengthens meta-analytic evidence for postoperative infection rule-out.
Infectious complications after major abdominal surgery are very unlikely in patients with a CRP below 159 mg/L on POD 3. This can aid patient selection for safe and early hospital discharge and prevent overuse of imaging.
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