Integrated approach to colorectal anastomotic leakage: Communication, infection and healing disturbances

Figure 2 Preventive strategies for colorectal anastomotic leakage with regard to the proposed categorization based on the etiology of colorectal anastomotic leakage (communication, infection and healing disturbances). ALT: Air leaking test; IOE: Intraoperative endoscopy; SDD: Selective decontamination of the digestive tract; MBP: Mechanical bowel preparation; HBOT: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy.