Quick and simple; psoas density measurement is an independent predictor of anastomotic leak and other complications after colorectal resection
ConclusionsA quick and easy radiological assessment of sarcopenia by measuring psoas density on preoperative CT scan using software universally available in the UK is highly predictive of postoperative morbidity in colorectal cancer patients.
Source: Techniques in Coloproctology - Category: Surgery Source Type: research