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Title:

Is laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery equal to open surgery? An evidence based perspective.

Document type:
Journal Article
Author(s):
Künzli, BM; Friess, H; Shrikhande, SV
Abstract:
Laparoscopic colorectal surgery (LCS) is an evolving subject. Recent studies show that LCS can not only offer safe surgery but evidence is growing that this new technique can be superior to classical open procedures. Fewer perioperative complications and faster postoperative recovery are regularly mentioned when studies of LCS are presented. Even though the learning curve of LCS is frequently debated when limitations of laparoscopic surgeries are reviewed, studies show that in experienced hands...     »
Journal title abbreviation:
World J Gastrointest Surg
Year:
2010
Journal volume:
2
Journal issue:
4
Pages contribution:
101-8
Language:
eng
Fulltext / DOI:
doi:10.4240/wjgs.v2.i4.101
Pubmed ID:
http://view.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21160858
TUM Institution:
Chirurgische Klinik und Poliklinik
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