Use of methylene blue dye to test for leaks aftert oesophageal anastomosis:is it reliable

dc.contributor.author	De zoysa, M.I.M
dc.contributor.author	Gunawansa, N
dc.date.accessioned	2012-09-06T05:50:11Z
dc.date.available	2012-09-06T05:50:11Z
dc.date.issued	2012
dc.identifier.uri	http://archive.cmb.ac.lk:8080/xmlui/handle/70130/2914
dc.description.abstract	Anastomotic leaks are an important cause of morbidity and mortality after oesophageal surgery. In most surgical units a contrast swallow is used to test the anastomosis prior to commencement of feeding. The objective of the study was to assess the reliability of using Methylene Blue as an alternative.
dc.language.iso	en	en_US
dc.title	Use of methylene blue dye to test for leaks aftert oesophageal anastomosis:is it reliable	en_US
dc.type	Research abstract	en_US