What factors determine specimen quality in colon cancer surgery? A cohort study

ConclusionMajority of resections were ‘optimal’ mesocolic plane dissections. Open resections yielded better quality specimens, but incurred more morbidity. There is room for improvement in the quality of laparoscopic colon cancer surgery, particularly those performed as emergency.
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research