Abstract
Abstract Aims Anastomotic leakage is serious event in restorative colorectal cancer resections, reported incidence of < 10%. Aim of study is to assess management of anastomotic leakage at single centre. Methods Single-centre cohort study was carried out: Jan' 08 to Feb' 23. Descriptive demographics + post-op outcomes were analysed for colorectal cancer resections with “non-leaks” as controls. Results Conclusion Anastomotic leakage rate 3.5 % of colorectal cancer resections, surgical intervention in 1.5 %. Type C leakage are believed to have worst prognosis (recurrence & shorter survival). Despite prolonged hospital stay (p < 0.0001), there was no reduced survival or increased mortality rate with anastomotic leaks. Early diagnosis & intervention is crucial in the management of anastomotic leakage. A diversion stoma reduces the adversity of anastomotic leakage.
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