Prediction of transabdominal total mesorectal excision difficulty according to the angle of pelvic floor muscle

ConclusionsThe incline angle of pelvic floor muscle is an independent predictor of surgical duration. In patients with steeper incline of PFM, transabdominal TME is expected to be difficult. This index is novel, but needs to be further validated.

Source: Surgical Endoscopy - June 3, 2020 Category: Surgery Source Type: research