C-reactive protein can predict anastomotic leak in colorectal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Denise E Yeung Elizabeth Peterknecht Shahab Hajibandeh Shahab Hajibandeh Andrew W Torrance

Published in: International journal of colorectal disease (2021)

Study heterogeneity, some characteristics unreported, no RCT CONCLUSIONS: AL is associated with higher CRP levels on each post-operative day compared to no AL after colorectal surgery. The cut-off CRP values can be used to predict AL to expedite investigation and treatment.

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