RCT: Transanal drainage tube use does not prevent anastomotic leakage after laparoscopic low anterior resection in patients with rectal cancer.

Transanal Drainage Tube Use for Preventing Anastomotic Leakage After Laparoscopic Low Anterior Resection in Patients With Rectal Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial – JAMA Surgery (free for a limited period)

Invited commentary: Transanal Drainage Tubes—Prevention of Leaks or Unnecessary Sump? – JAMA Surgery (free for a limited period)