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Fig. 24.6 This patient has a previous prolonged history of total colectomy with end ileostomy for large bowel obstruction secondary to sigmoid cancer. The patient presented with small bowel obstruction that failed to resolve with non-operative management. The initial operation found isch­emic small bowel 40 cm proximal to the end ileostomy, requiring small bowel resection. Unfortunately, there was an anastomotic leak on post-operative day 4. The patient was taken back to theatre. The end ileostomy was fully mobilized and the anastomosis was resected. The neo end ileostomy was fashioned on the upper abdomen. Given the contamination, a prophylactic negative pressure wound dressing was placed on the wound. Following that, on day 3, the negative pressure wound dressing was removed and there was evidence of bile staining on the midline wound, con­sistent with ECF. The patient was managed with the abovementioned strategies successfully. The ECF resolved
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Prior to any reintervention, adequate time of at least 6months should be allowed with optimization of all modiable factors. Planning of the anatomy of the ECFs can be performed with CT with oral contrast and/or sinogram.
These patients should be referred to a centre with expertise in managing complex ECFs or entero-atmospheric stula with abdominal wall reconstruction.
Stoma-Related Complications
In the emergency setting, when a stoma is formed, it can be associated with a range of mild to severe complications. We describe the most common complications encountered as the followings:
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High Output Stoma
It is dened as an output of more than 1.2–1.5L/24h recorded in the ileostomy. In the event where it is not secondary to anatomical proximity of the ileostomy, the majority of cases will resolve in a few weeks with intestinal adaptation. A small proportion of patients will require medication to reduce the intestinal transit time.
Multidisciplinary management is crucial [28, 29]. The accurate recording of the oral intake and stoma output helps to determine the necessary management. Any uids and electrolytes losses should be replaced intravenously. Any potential factors such as infections (Clostridium difcile), use of prokinetics (metoclopramide, dom­peridone) or metformin should be carefully reviewed. Introduction of certain foods can help to thicken up the consistency of the output. Different types of rehydration solution can be given to the patients; St Mark’s solution (consisting of glucose, sodium bicarbonate and sodium chloride) can be easily prepared by patients them­selves in the outpatient setting [30].
Proton pump inhibitors such as pantoprazole 40mg once a day is used to reduce gastric secretions. Loperamide is usually given 30min before the meals. It is impor­tant to make sure that the capsule is opened. The doses can be titrated according to the output. Codeine can be added on top to slow the intestinal transit. It should be used with caution in patients with chronic renal failure as it can lead to drowsiness from its retained metabolites.
In cases with signicant high output, keeping nil orally initially helps to control the output. Total parenteral nutrition is usually provided till oral intake is re­established. The use of somatostatin analogue which reduces pancreatic secretions can be trialled for a short term. The authors’ experience is that if it makes a differ­ence to the stoma output, a long-acting somatostatin analogue can be used.
In certain cases, despite optimal medical management, the patients may still require replacement of intravenous uids and electrolytes daily. This could be car­ried out in the outpatient setting with same principles of patients on home parenteral nutrition.
A protocol/guideline adopted in the authors’ institute is illustrated in Fig.24.7.
Stoma Retraction
It is often a difcult problem to manage with mucocutaneous separation and stoma retraction [31]. The faecal content seeps into the parastomal space leading to wound infection that requires drainage and dressings (Fig.24.8). Regular stoma therapist review with regular dressing change in the parastomal space is needed. Mild stomal retraction can be managed with specic stoma appliances. In cases with severe retraction, it is likely to require revision.
Able to self-manage:
GP review in 3 to 7
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Discharge
Daily Assessment
Initial Management - on Day 2
days
for discharge.
1L/day stable, OK
1. Observe the trend of
stoma output over the
next 48 hours.
2. Escalate to the next
4. Diet - low residue, thickening foods
1. Stop free water
5. Low dose Loperamide 2mg QID
2. St Marks Solution
3. Oral electrolytes replacement
Phone call follow
Daily self-record
level if there is no
improvement.De-escalate
when there is
improvement
1. StMarks Solution
6. Fluid Balance Chart
up in 3 days
Authority
Loperamide Script
follow up
STN outpatient
Unable to self-
manage:
-Output down
3. Consider increasing
doses of Loperamide
/Codeine concurrently
with escalation to next
level.Ensure Loperamide
capsules are opened for
administration and timed
30 minutes prior to meals
4. Ongoing dietician review
for protein
supplementation/TPN.
3. Diet - low residue, thickening foods
4. Loperamide 4mg QID
5. Pantoprazole 40mg BD
2. IV hydration and IV electrolytes
6. Fluid Balance Chart
4. Loperamide 8mg QID
1. Diet - low residue, thickening foods.
2. St Marks Solution
3. IV hydration and IV electrolytes
trending, can
discharge with Silver
Chain and GP follow
up
- Early referral back to
hospital if worsening
5. For severe HSO,
optimize doses of
loperamide, codeine and
octreotide before
considering for TPN.
7. Fluid Balance Chart
5. Pantoprazole 40mg BD
6. Codeine 15mg TDS
1. Diet - low residue, thickening foods.
2. St Marks Solution
to prevent AKI/severe
electrolytes
derangement
6. Prolonged stay >7 days,
consider psychology input.
4. Loperamide 12mg QID
5. Pantoprazole 40mg BD
6. Codeine 30mg TDS
3. IV hydration and IV electrolytes
CAUSES:
RULE OUT OTHER
,
1. Intraabdominal
sepsis
2. Intermittent
obstruction
3. Gastro infection
e.g. C. Diff
4. Medications
(prokinetics
Pre-High Stoma Output
1L – 1.5L/24hours for 48 hours
nurse)
dietician, stoma
metformin)
(Clinician, nurse,
MDT INVOLVEMENT
1.5L – 2L/24hours
Mild High Stoma Output
-
weights
recording of
daily fluid
balance
severity of HSO,
escalate/de
1. Stool Spec
2. Daily body
3. Accurate
4. Always review
2L – 3 L/24hours
Moderate High Stoma Output
escalate as
appropriate
5. Patient
>3L/24hours
Severe High Stoma Output
education
Fig. 24.7 Classication of severity of high output stoma with management strategy in the author’s institution
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Fig. 24.8 This patient was morbidly obese with history of chronic renal failure on peritoneal dialysis. The patient initially presented with abdominal sepsis thought to be secondary to infected peritoneal dialysis catheter. A CT scan showed localized perforated sigmoid diverticulitis which failed to respond to intravenous antibiotics. He underwent a Hartmann’s procedure. The colonic conduit was difcult to bring through due to the thick abdominal wall and the surrounding epiploic appendages were thickened due to long-term peritoneal dialysis despite large stomal trephine cre­ated and mobilization of the proximal colon. It became apparent there was mild degree of stomal retraction and mucocutaneous separation on post-operative day 5. The parastomal mucocutaneous separation at the medial aspect was lled with feculent content with wound infection. It was a chal­lenging problem to perform frequent dressing change and the constant feculent contamination. A CT scan performed ruled out any deeper collection. With the assistance of the stoma therapist, the parastomal wound was carefully managed with modied stomal appliances and resolved
The Ischemic Stoma
This is often apparent on day 1 post-EL, ranging from mild ischemia to complete gangrene/necrosis [31]. Most cases stem from colostomy. In cases of mild ischemia, usually it is managed with close observation and the majority of cases do not need any intervention. Supportive care from the stoma therapist with different stoma appliances usually sufce. In the longer term, there is a possibility of stomal steno­sis which requires revision.
In cases with complete gangrene and necrosis, the extent of it usually goes beyond the fascia level. It will require a return to theatre to determine the extent
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(Fig.24.8). The stoma along with the colonic conduit needs to be mobilized until it is tension free with good marginal blood supply. In obese patients with a thick abdominal wall, it is advisable to position the stoma in the upper quadrant of the abdomen (which has a thinner abdominal wall) and ensure adequate trephine size.
Wound Dehiscence/Burst Abdomen
It is no longer a frequent complication post-EL but can still occur. Often, it is due to a combination of factors from patient factors (diabetes, smoking, obesity, recti dias­tasis, and sarcopenia) [3235] to technical aspect and post-operative supercial or deep surgical site infections and ileus/intestinal obstruction. To reduce the risk of long-term incisional hernia, recent evidence recommends the suture to be of smaller calibre and bites [36]. The pitfall with that technique is junior surgical trainees may not completely grasp the adequate fascia for closure [37].
In acute burst abdomen, the evisceration of the intra-abdominal organs is obvi­ous (Fig.24.9). Sterile large packs soaked in saline should be placed on top and covered with Ioban while awaiting return to theatre. In return to theatre, the fascial
Fig. 24.9 This was a middle-aged male patient that underwent an emergency Hartmann’s procedure for obstructing sigmoid cancer On post-operative day 1, it was apparent that the stoma looked ischemic with some degree of gangrene. The patient was taken back to theatre which found the ischemic stoma extended proximally beyond the fascia level. The proximal colonic conduit was fully mobilized including the splenic exure to ensure no tension and good marginal blood supply prior to refashioning a new end colostomy
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Fig. 24.10 This patient underwent a laparotomy for perforated Meckel’s diverticulitis. Intraoperatively, there was also signicant sigmoid diverticulitis where the Meckel’s was adherent to. An en-bloc small bowel resection with anterior resection was performed. Given the signicant contamination, an Abcarian end ileostomy was performed. On post­operative day 1, the patient had a large cough with a deep wound dehiscence as evident by the presence to omentum on view. He was taken back to theatre to close the fascia. The fascia closure was reinforced with interrupted gure of “8” sutures
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closure is redone, and additional interrupted stitches can be placed at equal intervals (Fig.24.10).
Any attempt to perform component separation should be considered carefully as it may impact on future hernia repair if there is an occurrence of incisional hernia. There is some evidence to suggest that prophylactic placement of mesh in the mid­line incision is safe and effective in preventing incisional hernia [38]. Nevertheless, there is no rm recommendation from the European Hernia Society currently [39]. The authors have not needed to perform that frequently as the incidence of burst abdomen and incisional hernia is low.
Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)
The incidence of VTE is reported up to 2% after EL. VTE represents a spectrum of conditions ranging from deep vein thrombosis to pulmonary embolism [40]. Preventative strategies commence prior to EL.Compressive stockings and calf com­pression pumps are applied prior to the EL and continue post-operatively. Post­operatively, early mobilization is encouraged. Unless there is a contraindication for
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chemical VTE prophylaxis, patients should receive either subcutaneous Heparin or low molecular weight Heparin (Enoxaparin). There is Cochrane evidence in 2019 that in major abdominal surgery, extended period of VTE prophylaxis up to 28days should be given [41]. However, this practice is variable and dependent on the insti­tution. The authors’ practice is selective based on patient’s previous history of VTE events and likelihood of remaining immobile.
Deep vein thrombosis usually manifests with lower limb swelling and tenderness at the calf. A duplex ultrasound is performed to conrm its location and extent. Advice from the haematologist should be sought for choice of anticoagulation. In recent times, the novel oral anticoagulants of either Rivaroxaban, Apixaban or Dabigatran can be prescribed. Alternatively, subcutaneous injection with Enoxaparin either once a day (1.5mg/kg) or twice a day (1mg/kg) can be given.
Another common scenario where VTE is presented. There is unexplained ongo­ing sinus tachycardia. Pulmonary embolism needs to be excluded with a CT pulmo­nary angiogram. If pulmonary embolism is diagnosed, similar advice from a Haematologist should be sought in view of therapeutic anticoagulation. Very rarely, therapeutic anticoagulation is contraindicated due to risk of bleeding. The use of inferior vena cava lters should be considered to prevent further propagation of clots.
A rare VTE complication of portomesenteric vein thrombosis can occur post-EL especially if there is intestinal resection or signicant manipulation of the mesen­tery [42]. It is usually difcult to diagnose based on clinical assessment. A CT scan with intravenous contrast will demonstrate the extent of the thrombosis and any associated complications that will require surgical intervention. In the absence of haemodynamic instability and pneumatosis coli, therapeutic anticoagulation usu­ally sufces.
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ERAS inEmergency Laparotomy
The practice of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) is well established in the elective setting with focus on 24-items in the pre-, intra- and post-operative period to minimize the morbidity associated with the procedure. There is increasing inter­est for the application of ERAS in the emergency surgery setting [43, 44]. A few trials showed that a modied ERAS protocol can be safely applied in the setting of small bowel resection, colonic surgery, and perforated peptic ulcer disease [4547].
It is likely that the current practice in most centres is based on a modied ERAS concept with certain aspects achieving high agreement such as: selective use of naso­gastric tube or early removal of nasogastric tube, goal-directed uid resuscitation, use of opioid-sparing analgesia methods, avoidance of drain placement or early removal of drain, early removal of indwelling urinary catheter, early mobilization, use of pro­phylactic DVT measures and early introduction of enteral feeding as tolerated.
Continuous education and audits are important for the medical and allied health staff members to ensure the ongoing improvement on the practice of ERAS.
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Miscellaneous Complications andPerioperative Physician
Some of these complications may seem mild but often interconnected and can lead to a vicious cycle and cascade of other complications.
• Urinary tract infection—early removal of indwelling urinary catheter is impor-
tant. In patients with suspected sepsis, a urine sample is collected for microscopy
and culture to direct targeted antimicrobial treatment.
• Acute kidney injury—it is manifested by the rise in creatinine level from base-
line. Most of the cases are pre-renal in origin from intravascular volume deple-
tion. In patients with underlying cardiac failure, input from cardiology colleagues
is useful to prevent the cardiorenal syndrome.
• Delirium—it is not infrequent in the geriatric patients following EL [48].
Sometimes, it is unavoidable following a general anaesthetic despite avoiding
certain medications with the potential for delirium. To tackle this, identify any
underlying cause (i.e. sepsis), avoid any use of sedatives or anti-psychotics for
behavioural management, place the patients in a less-stimulating environment.
The patient population continues to age and is medically more complex. The perioperative management will benet from the collaboration of a physician with special interest in this eld. This has been evident in the reduction of mortality in orthogeriatric patients from the lessons learnt from fracture neck of femur [49]. This service has been trialled in various subspecialties with good success [50].
The authors’ institution has a perioperative physician (geriatrician by training) involved in the care of patients above the age of 65in the various medical conditions and coordinate the need of rehabilitation [51]. It has helped to proactively prevent and manage any medical complications instead of the traditional model of care [52].
Recommendations/Future Research
The occurrence of complications following emergency laparotomy often has an impact on the patients. Nevertheless, the long-term effect especially on quality of life is unknown. Future research should focus on the quality of life following all the common complications following emergency laparotomy.
Acknowledgements The authors would like to thank Dr. Jih Huei Tan for his contribution in providing some clinical photos.
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