This is the Scientific Surgery Archive, which contains all randomized clinical trials in surgery that have been identified by searching the top 50 English language medical journal issues since January 1998. Compiled by Jonothan J. Earnshaw, former Editor-in-Chief, BJS
Prophylactic intra-abdominal drainage following colorectal anastomoses. A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Surg 2020; 219: 164-174.
Published: 25th August 2020
Authors: Podda M, Di Saverio S, Davies JR, Atzeni J, Balestra F, Virdis F et al.
Conclusion
There were four RCTs that included 1120 patients. The rate of anastomotic leak was similar: 8.5 per cent with drain, 7.6 per cent without; P=0.57. All other adverse outcome rates were similar.
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