Laparoscopic versus open total mesorectal excision for middle and low rectal cancer: a meta-analysis of results of randomized controlled trials

Laparoscopic total mesorectal excision (LTME) for rectal cancer remains controversial. The aim of this meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) is to compare LTME and open total mesorectal excision (OTME) as the primary treatment for patients with middle and low rectal cancer with regard...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A 2012-09, Vol.22 (7), p.674-684
Hauptverfasser:	Xiong, Binghong, Ma, Li, Zhang, Caiquan
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Digestive System Surgical Procedures - methods Humans Laparoscopy Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic Rectal Neoplasms - surgery
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