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Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms > Pathologic Processes > Postoperative Complications > Anastomotic Leak

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Anastomotic Leak  

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  • Topical Descriptor

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Entry terms

  • Anastomotic Leakage
  • Anastomotic Leakages
  • Leakage, Anastomotic
  • Leakages, Anastomotic

Scope note

  • Breakdown of the connection and subsequent leakage of effluent (fluids, secretions, air) from a SURGICAL ANASTOMOSIS of the digestive, respiratory, genitourinary, and cardiovascular systems. Most common leakages are from the breakdown of suture lines in gastrointestinal or bowel anastomosis.

History note

  • 2011

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D057868

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