C-seal tegen naadlekkage bij colorectale anastomosen

The C-seal is a new product for prevention of anastomotic leakage following colorectal anastomosis. Anastomotic leakage is a much-feared complication of colorectal surgery, with an incidence of around 11%. The C-seal is a biodegradable sheath that is attached to the inner surface of the bowel, just above the colorectal anastomosis, with a circular stapler. Intestinal contents drain from the body via the C-seal. The C-seal can be used in stapled anastomoses at up to 15 cm from the anus and is compatible with all circular staplers. To date, 50 patients have been treated with a C-seal. Results are encouraging and therefore the C-seal is soon to be investigated under randomized study conditions.

Conflict of interest: The C-seal project forms part of the collaboration between the Surgical Department of the University Medical Center Groningen, the Netherlands and Polyganics BV. Financial support: The project was funded by a “Senter-Novem” grant from the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation.