##  [Anastomotic Leak](/anastomotic-leak) 

  ##  [Anastomotic Leak](https://health.quantumdictionary.io/anastomotic-leak-0) 

  

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Definition

Escape of luminal contents through a failed or insufficiently sealed surgical anastomosis between tubular organs (e.g., bowel, ureter), producing contamination of adjacent spaces; diagnosis is clinical, radiological, or surgical and implies breakdown of the anastomotic barrier rather than superficial wound separation.