Use of transanal drainage tube to prevent anastomotic leakage: intangible differences between the East and the West

Trans-anal drainage tube is used to reduce the rectal pressure, especially at anastomotic site and thus protect anastomosis. Ideally it serves as even may replace a diverting stoma. When compared no treatment, effectiveness of TDT seems confirmed based on literature, but remains uncertain whether can Despite insignificant tangible costs TDT, different cultures put varied weight intangible such discomfort pain patients after surgery.