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Techniques in Coloproctology
Published in: Techniques in Coloproctology 1/2013

01-02-2013 | How I Do It

Laparoscopic total mesorectal excision

Author: A. Khanna

Published in: Techniques in Coloproctology | Special Issue 1/2013

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Abstract

This article describes the operative technique that my colleagues and I apply to total mesorectal excision in patients with rectal cancer. A body of data support improvement of short-term outcomes over open resection. Although long-term data remain scarce, several ongoing trials may clarify this deficiency. The appropriateness of laparoscopy in the treatment for rectal cancer should be carefully weighed with consideration of patient preferences, surgeon experience, and available infrastructure.
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Metadata
Title
Laparoscopic total mesorectal excision
Author
A. Khanna
Publication date
01-02-2013
Publisher
Springer Milan
Published in
Techniques in Coloproctology / Issue Special Issue 1/2013
Print ISSN: 1123-6337
Electronic ISSN: 1128-045X
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10151-012-0932-4

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