Clinical Trial: Peritoneal Microdialysis in Patients Undergoing Low Anterior Resection (LAR) for Recto-sigmoid Cancer

Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: Completed
Study Type: Observational




Official Title: Intraperitoneal Microdialysis Monitoring of Patients During the Early Postoperative Period After LAR With Reference to Early Diagnosis of Anastomotic Leakage

Brief Summary: Anastomotic leakage is a serious complication after LAR with high morbidity and mortality rates. Early diagnosis and treatment is mandatory. The primary aim of the present study is to investigate the clinical use of peritoneal microdialysis and whether is able to detect anastomotic leakage prior to clinical symptoms develops.