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A leak test is performed by filling a syringe with saline, connecting it to the feeding tube and raising the fluid level 30cm above the cecum (the bowel is occluded proximally and distally). The feeding tube is removed; if leakage of NS is found, additional length is added to the cecal wrap.
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The opening in the umbilicus is then created by everting the umbilicus and making a V-shaped incision, with the apex of the V at the deepest part of the umbilicus.
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The incision flap is turned back. 5-0 chromic sutures are placed in the four quadrants with the needles left on.
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