The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
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Comparative Study
Robotic versus laparoscopic rectal resection: is there any real difference? A comparative single center study.
Robotic surgery has gained worldwide acceptance in the past decade, and several studies have shown that this technique is safe and feasible. The aim of this study is to compare main outcomes of laparoscopic and robotic rectal resection. ⋯ The robotic approach shows a lower conversion rate in low rectal cancer but with a longer operative time compared with the laparoscopic technique.