Intra-versus extracorporeal anastomosis in laparoscopic right colectomy: a meta-analysis of 3699 patients

ConclusionThis meta-analysis finds that IA allows a decrease in parietal abscesses and time to first gas and stools, surgical repair and length of stay, with similar overall complications.

Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - August 13, 2020 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research