Background and objectives: Patients with high postoperative C-reactive protein levels are known to have a high risk of complications such as intestinal injuries than those with low levels. However, the factors that influence postoperative C-reactive protein levels in patients without complications are unknown. In this study, we aimed to determine the factors affecting postoperative C-reactive protein levels in patients undergoing laparoscopic and robotic total hysterectomy.
Methods: We conducted a retrospective cohort study of patients who had undergone laparoscopic or robotic total hysterectomy for uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, or cervical neoplasia.
Results: The study was conducted between July 2016 and December 2022 at our hospital. In total, 185 patients underwent laparoscopic or robotic total hysterectomy during the relevant period. Of these, 180 patients were included, excluding 3 who underwent laparotomy, 1 who developed an abscess, and 1 who did not have a postoperative blood draw. The measured outcome was the C-reactive protein level on the first postoperative day. Patient age, body mass index, operative time, blood loss, and uterine weight were deemed the possible influencing factors. Multiple regression analysis was performed to evaluate the influence of these factors on the postoperative C-reactive protein values. Statistical significance was defined as a P value less than .05. The median value was 1.72 (interquartile range, 1.11-2.52). Body mass index and operative time were determined to be the most significant factors.
Conclusion: Patients' body mass index and operative time were found to be associated with first postoperative day C-reactive protein levels in uncomplicated cases.
Keywords: Body mass index; C-reactive protein; Intestinal injury; Operative time.
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