13.2% (n=218) of 2019 annual meeting attendees chose the Colorectal learning theme.
Of 2019 annual meeting attendees interested in the Colorectal learning theme, 17% (n=125) wanted to
evaluate new interventions, operations and technologies to minimize complications for patients
presenting with colorectal diseases or complications following colorectal surgery. At three-month
follow-up, 33.3% of those responding (n=21) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice
change.
Of 2019 annual meeting attendees interested in the Colorectal learning theme, 16.7% (n=123) wanted
to understand the current literature regarding risk factors for anastomotic leaks. At three-month follow-
up, 20% of those responding (n=25) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.
Of 2019 annual meeting attendees interested in the Colorectal learning theme, 15.9% (n=117) wanted
to describe multiple types of colorectal anastomoses. At three-month follow-up, 47.5% of those
responding (n=21) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.