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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