Collagenase-producing bacteria are common in anastomotic leakage after colorectal surgery: a systematic review
Anders Bech Jørgensen,
Isabella Jonsson,
Lennart Friis-Hansen
et al.
Abstract:Purpose
Some gut bacteria can produce enzymes (collagenases) that can break down collagen in the intestinal wall. This could be a part of the pathophysiology of anastomotic leakage (AL). This systematic review aimed to investigate if such bacteria were present more frequently in AL patients versus non-AL patients following colorectal surgery.
Methods
This systematic review was reported according to the PRISMA and AMSTAR guidelines. Before the liter… Show more
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