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Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2021; 34(06): 431-438
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1736465
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1736465
Review Article
Treatment Modalities for Anastomotic Leakage in Rectal Cancer Surgery
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Abstract
Despite advances in rectal cancer surgery, anastomotic leakage (AL) remains a common complication with a significant impact on patient recovery, health care costs, and oncologic outcomes. The spectrum of clinical severity associated with AL is broad, and treatment options are diverse with highly variable practices across the colorectal community. To be effective, the treatment must match not only the patient's current status but also the type of leak, the surgeon's skill, and the resources available. In this chapter, we will review the current and emergent treatment modalities for AL after rectal cancer surgery.
Keywords
colorectal surgery - rectal cancer - anastomotic leak - endosponge - postoperative complicationPublication History
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23 November 2021
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