A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials on the Use of Suction Drains Following Rectal Surgery

Conclusions: The routine utilization of pelvic drains does not confer any significant advantage in the prevention of postoperative complications after rectal surgery with extraperitoneal anastomosis. Moreover, a higher risk of postoperative bowel obstruction can be of concern.Dig Surg
Source: Digestive Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research