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World J Gastrointest Surg. Jul 27, 2025; 17(7): 100766
Published online Jul 27, 2025. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v17.i7.100766
Anastomotic leak after ileocolic resection for Crohn’s disease: The latest evidence
Miao-Lin Lei, Li-Li Dong, Yan-Bo Yu
Miao-Lin Lei, Yan-Bo Yu, Department of Gastroenterology, Laboratory of Translational Gastroenterology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong Province, China
Li-Li Dong, Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Qingdao Third People’s Hospital, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266001, Shandong Province, China
Author contributions: Lei ML performed the bibliographic search; Lei ML and Dong LL designed the overall concept and outline of the manuscript; Yu YB revised the article critically for important intellectual content; and all authors approved the final version of the manuscript.
Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China, No. NSFC 82070540; the Taishan Scholars Program of Shandong Province, No. tsqn202211309; and ECCM Program of Clinical Research Center of Shandong University, No. 2021SDUCRCB003.
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Corresponding author: Yan-Bo Yu, MD, PhD, Doctor, Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, Laboratory of Translational Gastroenterology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, No. 107 Wenhuaxi Road, Jinan 250012, Shandong Province, China. yuyanbo2000@126.com
Received: August 26, 2024
Revised: March 8, 2025
Accepted: March 24, 2025
Published online: July 27, 2025
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Anastomotic leak (AL) frequently occurs as a complication following ileocolic resection. Early warning of its high-risk factors facilitates the adoption of effective, targeted strategies to mitigate the occurrence of AL and optimize surgical quality. The prevention of AL plays a crucial role in the postoperative management of Crohn's disease, contributing significantly to patient outcomes.