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Table 1
Classification of surgical complications according to Dindo-Clavien.
| Grade | Definition |
|---|---|
| I | Any deviation from the normal postoperative course without the need for pharmacologic treatment or surgical, endoscopic and radiographic interventions |
| II | Requiring pharmacologic treatment with drugs Blood transfusions and total parenteral nutrition are also included |
| III | Requiring surgical, endoscopic, or radiographic intervention Intervention not/under (IIIA) under (IIIB) general anesthesia |
| IV | Life-threatening complication requiring IC/ICU management Single-organ dysfunction (IVA)/Multi-organ dysfunction (IVB) |
| V | Death of a patient |
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