Total mesorectal excision for low and middle rectal cancer: laparoscopic versus transanal approach —a meta-analysis

ConclusionThis meta-analysis based on nonrandomized studies suggests that TaTME seems better than LaTME in terms of overall and major morbidities, anastomotic leak, readmission rate, CRM involvement, and length of stay. These results need to be confirmed by randomized controlled trial.
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research