Key result
Laparoscopic reintervention for anastomotic leakage was associated with a shorter intensive care stay (1 vs 3 days; P=0.002) compared to open relaparotomy.
Why the study?
Does laparoscopic reintervention improve recovery and reduce morbidity compared to relaparotomy in patients with anastomotic leakage after primary colorectal surgery?
Population
25 patients with anastomotic leakage after primary colorectal surgery
Comparison
Laparoscopic reintervention vs Relaparotomy
Design
Cohort
Follow-up
30 days (for morbidity)
Authors
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Laparoscopic reintervention was associated with faster recovery after anastomotic leak; leaves open preference over open reoperation pending prospective data.
Cohort (n=25)
Does laparoscopic reintervention improve recovery and reduce morbidity compared to relaparotomy in patients with anastomotic leakage after primary colorectal surgery?
Absolute Event Rate: 1% vs 3%
p-value: p=0.002
Laparoscopic reintervention for anastomotic leakage after primary laparoscopic colorectal surgery is associated with faster recovery and potentially less morbidity than relaparotomy.
Wind et al. (2007) conducted a cohort in Anastomotic leakage after primary colorectal surgery (n=25). Laparoscopic reintervention vs. Relaparotomy after primary open surgery was evaluated on Intensive care stay (days) (p=0.002). Laparoscopic reintervention for anastomotic leakage was associated with a shorter intensive care stay (1 vs 3 days; P=0.002) compared to open relaparotomy.
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