Assessing the Validity of Dulk Score in Identifying Anastomotic Leak in Early Postoperative Period

Launched by SAWAI MANSINGH MEDICAL COLLEGE · Dec 9, 2024

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Study Population This study was conducted on a cohort of 86 patients who underwent elective open intestinal anastomosis at SMS Medical College, Jaipur. The patient population consisted of 48 males (59%) and 38 females (41%). The average age of the participants was 42.68 years, with a broad age range that allowed for the analysis of age-related risk factors in relation to anastomotic leaks (AL).

Risk Factors Considered for Anastomotic Leaks (AL)

Age and Gender:

The study explored the relationship between age and the incidence of anastomotic leaks, particularly focusing on age groups above...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• • Inclusion Criteria:1. Patients who provided informed consent to participate in the study.
• • 2. Patients aged 18 years or older. 3. Patients who underwent elective intestinal anastomosis in a planned operation (elective OT).
• • 4. Patients with a single-site intestinal anastomosis.
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• • Exclusion Criteria:1. Patients operated on in an emergency setting. 2. Patients who underwent anastomosis at multiple sites (e.g., multiple bowel resections, whipples operation).
• • 3. Patients lost to follow-up during the post-operative period. 4. Patients who were unable or unwilling to provide informed consent. 5. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, as the study interventions may not be suitable during these periods.
• • 6. Patients with significant cognitive impairments or psychiatric disorders that would limit their ability to understand the study protocol or provide informed consent.
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