Key result
Review summarizes strategies to prevent and manage colorectal anastomotic leaks to reduce morbidity and mortality.
Why the study?
Anastomotic leaks after surgical restoration of intestinal continuity remain a significant cause of increased morbidity, mortality, length of stay, and costs despite surgical and perioperative improvements.
Population
Patients undergoing surgical restoration of intestinal continuity
Comparison
Strategies for preventing and managing colorectal anastomotic leak
Design
Review article
Authors
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May inform colorectal anastomotic leak strategies; leaves open optimal techniques pending higher-level evidence.
This review outlines strategies for the prevention and management of colorectal anastomotic leaks, which remain a significant cause of morbidity and mortality.
Thomas et al. (2016) conducted a review in Colorectal anastomotic leak. Prevention and management strategies was evaluated. Strategies for preventing and managing colorectal anastomotic leaks are reviewed to address the devastating consequences of failed anastomoses, including increased morbidity and mortality.
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