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Transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) is a specialized type of local excision minimally invasive surgery. It utilizes high-resolution optics and endoscopic instruments to remove both benign and malignant rectal lesions, avoiding the morbidity of larger operations. It requires specialized equipment and setup, but can be integrated into any operating room. TEM is largely used to remove unresectable polyps, but can also be used on T1N0 and select T2 rectal cancers. Recent studies suggest promising local recurrence and survival rates on carefully selected early-stage cancers.

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Konen, J.R., Cataldo, P.A. (2020). Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery. In: Kim, J., Garcia-Aguilar, J. (eds) Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques for Cancers of the Gastrointestinal Tract. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-18740-8_32

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