Splenic Flexure Mobilization For Sigmoid and Low Anterior Resections in the Minimally Invasive Era: How Often and At What Cost?

ConclusionsOur SFM rate was high in the MIS group, with a low overall complication rate. Of note, the anastomotic leak/abscess rate was 3%, and may be related to the high SFM rate. It is the authors’ opinion that a major advantage of MIS is to facilitate SFM, hence SFM is more likely to be performed with these methods compared to open procedures.
Source: The American Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research