Anastomotic leaks in colorectal surgery

Background: Anastomotic leaks are a serious complication of bowel surgery. This study aimed to evaluate the rate and severity, and identify risk factors for leaks in patients undergoing bowel anastomoses. Methods: Prospective evaluation was performed on patients undergoing bowel surgery within a col...

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Main Authors: Damen, N., Spilsbury, Katrina, Levitt, M., Makin, G., Salama, P., Tan, P., Penter, C., Platell, C.
Format: Journal Article
Published: John Wiley & Sons 2014
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/5956