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Clinical Trial Summary

Evaluating predictive value of serum procalcitonin, C-Reactive Protein, drain IL-6 and TNF-alpha for anastomotic leakage in post-operative period.


Clinical Trial Description

To search for a biomarker, which might be able to predict rectal anastomotic leakage before its clinical presentation. Serum procalcitonin, C-reactive protein, and drain fluid culture, IL-6 and TNF-α levels were evaluated in 50 consecutive patients with rectal cancer who underwent low anterior resection with colorectal anastomosis. ;


Study Design

Observational Model: Case Control, Time Perspective: Prospective


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NCT number NCT02361918
Study type Observational
Source Istanbul University
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Status Completed
Phase N/A
Start date March 2012
Completion date April 2013