Anastomosis (connect two structures)
Description
A procedure to attach viable tubular structures in the body after the diseased portion has been surgically removed, such as blood vessels or loops of intestine.
Cost
Check back again, iTriage will soon be listing cost information for procedures provided by Healthcare Blue Book.
Common Complications
Any major surgery can result in infection, pain and the development of blood clots in the legs after surgery. Other problems can occur when there is leaking of the surgical connection. The surgery can result in post-operative pain, infection or blood clots of the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolus). Patients can infrequently have bad reactions to the general anesthesia including allergic reactions and very rarely a heart attack or stroke.
Related Videos
Research
News
CHESTERFIELD, Mo.----NiTi™ Surgical Solutions, an i...
Cardica, Inc. today announced the publication of a ...
Adolor Corporation today announced the initiation o...
EXTON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Adolor Corporation (Na...
Share Your Experience
Do you have experience with this procedure? Have you or someone
you know had a Anastomosis (connect two structures) performed?
Please share your experience with other members of the iTriage community