Breakdown of the connection and subsequent leakage of effluent (fluids, secretions, air) from a SURGICAL ANASTOMOSIS of the digestive, respiratory, genitourinary, and cardiovascular systems. Most common leakages are from the breakdown of suture lines in gastrointestinal or bowel anastomosis.

Synonyms: Leaks, Anastomotic, Anastomotic Leakages, Anastomotic Leaks, Leakage, Anastomotic, Anastomotic Leakage, Leak, Anastomotic, Anastomotic Leak, Leakages, Anastomotic