Functional outcomes after transanal total mesorectal excision (TaTME): a random forest analysis to predict patients ’ outcomes

ConclusionOne-quarter of the patients developed major LARS after TaTME. An algorithm based on clinical/operative variables, such as age, operative time, and time to stoma reversal, was developed to identify categories at risk for LARS symptoms.
Source: Techniques in Coloproctology - Category: Surgery Source Type: research