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  • Surgical oncology
  • Gastrointestinal surgery
  • Medical device complications

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  • Surgical drains are essential safety measures but can lead to complications.
  • Drain migration is documented for various types, yet peritoneal drain migration is sparsely reported in literature.

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  • A case of a 55-year-old male following anterior Gastro-Jejunostomy for gastric pylorus cancer.
  • The peritoneal drain was found missing on postoperative day 3 and subsequently located within the peritoneal cavity.
  • The drain was successfully retrieved via surgical wound exploration.

Findings:

  • Possible causes of peritoneal drain migration include improper fixation, suture material failure, low intra-abdominal pressure, and external pressure from body weight.
  • These factors can contribute to the dislodgement and internal migration of the drain.

Implications:

  • Careful consideration of drain necessity versus risks is paramount.
  • Implementing proper drain placement techniques can mitigate complications, reduce patient morbidity, and shorten hospital stays.