Abstract
Results from previous studies suggest that laparoscopic-assisted colectomy is safe, feasible and may offer important patient-related benefits. It is not yet been determined whether the same procedure accomplishes a thorough oncologic resection and/or whether introduces a risk for altered patterns or frequency of recurrence. Early results from a prospective trial and from a retrospective series indicate that the same extent of resection can be performed and that it is safe to proceed with the national trial to more precisely evaluate the risk/benefit ratio of this new procedure.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 241-244 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Formosan Journal of Surgery |
| Volume | 32 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| State | Published - Jan 1 1999 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery