0000000000149254
AUTHOR
Hughes J.
Geographical and temporal distribution of SARS-CoV-2 clades in the WHO European Region, January to June 2020
8 páginas, 3 figuras
Intraperitoneal drain placement and outcomes after elective colorectal surgery: International matched, prospective, cohort study
Abstract Background Many surgeons routinely place intraperitoneal drains after elective colorectal surgery. However, enhanced recovery after surgery guidelines recommend against their routine use owing to a lack of clear clinical benefit. This study aimed to describe international variation in intraperitoneal drain placement and the safety of this practice. Methods COMPASS (COMPlicAted intra-abdominal collectionS after colorectal Surgery) was a prospective, international, cohort study which enrolled consecutive adults undergoing elective colorectal surgery (February to March 2020). The primary outcome was the rate of intraperitoneal drain placement. Secondary outcomes included: rate and tim…