Robotic resection compared with laparoscopic rectal resection for cancer: systematic review and meta‐analysis of short‐term outcome

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Authors

Stefano Trastulli · University of Perugia

Eriberto Farinella · Luton and Dunstable University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Roberto Cirocchi · University of Perugia

Davide Cavaliere

Nicola Avenia · University of Perugia

Francesco Sciannameo · University of Perugia

N Gullà · University of Perugia

Abstract

Robotic surgery for rectal cancer has a lower conversion rate and a similar operative time compared with laparoscopic surgery, with no difference in recovery, oncological and postoperative outcomes.

Topics & Keywords

Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Colorectal Disease

Volume 14, Issue 4, pp. e134-56

DOI: 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2011.02907.x

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