Anastomotic leakage following laparoscopic resection of low and mid rectal cancer.

CONCLUSION: Standardization of a definition, as well as, criteria for the diagnosis of AL, will help in comparison of the results and the surgical techniques in order to optimize the required care offered to rectal cancer patients. On expert hands, it is feasible to perform a laparoscopic sphincter-saving total mesorectal excision, additionally, it provides the advantages of a clear view of the deep pelvis and facilitates a precise sharp dissection. KEY WORDS: Anastomosis, Anastomotic Leakage, Rectal cancer, Total mesorectal excision. PMID: 30862768 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annali Italiani di Chirurgia - Category: Surgery Tags: Ann Ital Chir Source Type: research