Table 3 Definition of leak and operator employed in the studies included for meta-analysis.
From: Single- versus two- layer intestinal anastomosis: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Author (ref.) | Year | Leak | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|
Irvin (9) | 1973 | Barium enema examination was performed on the 14th postoperative day | NR |
Everett (10) | 1975 | Barium enema examination was performed on the 10th postoperative day | Only by the author, consultant surgeon |
Goligher (11) | 1977 | Gastrografin enema study was carried out to secure a visual record of leak | NR |
Maurya (12) | 1984 | NR | NR |
Ordorica (13) | 1998 | NR | Staff surgeons and residents of 5th and 6th grade |
Burch (14) | 2000 | Fistula radiographically or a visible disruption of the suture line during reexploration | Residents of 3rd to 5th grade or attending surgeon |