Anastomotic Leak

Category: Critical Care & Surgery / Gastrointestinal Surgery Complication

Anastomotic leak is a serious surgical complication characterized by the leakage of luminal contents from a surgical connection (anastomosis) between two hollow structures, often leading to peritonitis and sepsis.

Global Prevalence

Varies by surgical procedure; ~3-20% for colorectal anastomoses (Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology, 2017)

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