Abstract
Objectives: Anastomotic leak following colorectal surgery is a common complication. Late diagnosis following oncological resections can lead to poorer long-term outcomes due to delays in accessing further treatment. A useful biomarker which has been identified in early detection of anastomotic leak is serum C-reactive protein (CRP). A recent meta-analysis confirmed the value of using CRP trajectory to accurately rule out an anastomotic leak after colorectal resection. The aim of this study was to establish a post-operative CRP cut-off value above which the development of anastomotic leak is more likely and to thereby facilitate earlier discharge.
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