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Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management of Anastomotic Leak

Incidence and Consequences of Anastomotic Leak Anastomotic leak is perhaps the most physiologically significant and psychologically devastating complication that commonly occurs following operations for colon or rectal disease. The reported incidence of anastomotic leak following colorectal surgery has varied from…

Management of Anastomotic Leak

Introduction Although significant improvements in oncologic outcomes after surgery for colorectal cancer have been achieved, the issue of anastomotic leaks remains a challenge. In fact, an anastomotic leak is one of the most serious complications of any restorative colon or…