Does near-infrared imaging (NIR-ICG) improve intraoperative decisions and reduce anastomotic leak rates in patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery?
Routine NIR-ICG assessment is feasible in elective colorectal surgery and may help reduce anastomotic leaks by altering intraoperative decisions.
Routine NIR-ICG assessment in patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery is feasible. NIR-ICG use may change intraoperative decisions, which may lead to a reduction in anastomotic leak rates.
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