Segmental versus extended colectomy in the management of HNPCC; a systematic review and meta‐analysis

ConclusionsThe optimal surgical approach in the management of HNPCC remains unclear. More adenomas and cancers occur after segmental colectomy than after total colectomy but there certainly isn't evidence to suggest that more radical surgery leads to improved survival.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Colorectal Disease - December 16, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Helen M Heneghan, Sean T Martin, Desmond C Winter Tags: Systematic Review Source Type: research