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A Standardized Technique for Laparoscopic Rectal Resection

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Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery

Abstract

Introduction

Laparoscopic rectal resection (LRR) has not gained the same acceptance as laparoscopic segmental colonic resection because of technical challenges, increased operating time and costs, and concerns about the oncological outcome.

Discussion

One way to overcome these challenges is by standardizing the laparoscopic technique in the same way as has been done with the open rectal cancer surgery. We have established a standardized, stepwise laparoscopic procedure for rectal resections that enhances the transformation of laparoscopic skills, identifies indications for conversion early in the operation, and makes the operation predictable and reproducible for the whole surgical team.

Conclusion

We believe this saves time in the operating room and builds up laparoscopic team expertise.

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  1. Division of Colorectal Surgery, University Hospitals Case Medical Center, 11100 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44106-5047, USA

    Rolv-Ole Lindsetmo & Conor P. Delaney

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Lindsetmo, RO., Delaney, C.P. A Standardized Technique for Laparoscopic Rectal Resection. J Gastrointest Surg 13, 2059–2063 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-009-1033-1

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