What’s the prognosis for people who suffer an anastomotic leak?

What’s the prognosis for people who suffer an anastomotic leak?

Leaks that are found can usually be repaired, but early diagnosis and intervention are important for managing infections and controlling sepsis. In general, people who suffer anastomotic leaks are more at risk of further health complications and mortality (death) down the road. It’s not clear how many of these outcomes result from the anastomotic leak, or whether the leak is a symptom of low health status in general.