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The impact of body weight on stapled anastomosis in pediatric patients
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In brief
In brief
This study examines how body weight affects outcomes of stapled intestinal anastomosis in 253 pediatric patients. The research aims to identify weight-related risk factors and optimize surgical technique selection for different pediatric weight categories.
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Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to clarify the impact of body weight on outcomes of stapled anastomosis in pediatric patients.
Methods
A total of 253 pediatric patients who underwent intestinal anastomosis were classified according to body weight (
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