The objective of this international prospective observational study is to evaluate the implementation of a point-of-care digital rectoscope (LumenEye) into routine care to detect colorectal anastomotic leakage in the early postoperative period.
The study includes patients undergoing a colorectal resection with colorectal or coloanal anastomosis ≤15 centimeters from the anorectal junction. The participating centers consist of expert colorectal units in various countries.
The primary endpoint for the study is the time to diagnosis of anastomotic leakage.
≥ 18 years of age
The participant underwent an open or minimally invasive, sphincter preserving surgery with the construction of a colorectal or coloanal anastomosis ≤15 centimetres from the anorectal junction.
Adequate comprehension of the country specific or English language
Written informed consent
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