ANASTOMOTIC LEAKAGE

This study looks at whether giving a drug called somatostatin along with a clear liquid diet for a week after rectal cancer surgery can prevent dangerous bowel leaks as well as a temporary stoma (a bag outside the body). About 72 adults with low or mid rectal cancer will be rando…

This study looks at whether using a reinforcement patch on the stapler during stomach cancer surgery can lower the chance of complications like leaks or narrowing at the connection site. About 382 adults with stomach cancer will be randomly assigned to get either the standard sta…

This study tests whether doing a colonoscopy 5 to 8 days after low colorectal cancer surgery can detect anastomotic leakage (a serious complication where the surgical connection leaks) earlier than standard monitoring. About 140 adults who had surgery for colorectal cancer will b…

This study tests whether using a special vacuum device inside the body right after colorectal cancer surgery can prevent leaks where the intestine is reconnected. About 110 adults having surgery for colorectal cancer will be randomly assigned to get the vacuum therapy or standard…

This study compares two approaches during colorectal cancer surgery: leak testing versus no leak testing. Leak testing checks if the newly connected bowel is sealed properly using a gastroscope, air, and blue dye. The goal is to see if this test reduces serious complications like…

This study looks at a new way to reconnect the colon after surgery for cancer or diverticular disease. The goal is to see if using a single stapler instead of two can lower the risk of dangerous leaks at the connection point. About 500 adults having planned left-sided colon surge…