The British journal of surgery
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Review Meta Analysis
Functional complaints and quality of life after transanal total mesorectal excision: a meta-analysis.
Total mesorectal excision (TME) gives excellent oncological results in rectal cancer treatment, but patients may experience functional problems. A novel approach to performing TME is by single-port transanal minimally invasive surgery. This systematic review evaluated the functional outcomes and quality of life after transanal and laparoscopic TME. ⋯ No differences in function were observed between transanal and laparoscopic TME.
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Multicenter Study
Identification of patients eligible for discharge within 48 h of colorectal resection.
This study aimed to identify patients eligible for a 48-h stay after colorectal resection, to provide guidance for early discharge planning. ⋯ Early discharge of selected patients is safe and does not increase postoperative morbidity or readmission rates. In these patients, outpatient colorectal surgery should be feasible on a large scale with logistical optimization.
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A circumferential resection margin (CRM) of 1·0 mm or less after rectal cancer surgery is thought to increase the risk of local recurrence (LR). This retrospective population-based study examined how CRM distance affects the LR risk. ⋯ LR risk is related to exact CRM, with the highest risk in patients with a CRM of 0 mm. Close monitoring of patients with no measurable clear margin may allow early detection of LR.
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Multicenter Study Observational Study
Safety of hospital discharge before return of bowel function after elective colorectal surgery.
Ileus is common after colorectal surgery and is associated with an increased risk of postoperative complications. Identifying features of normal bowel recovery and the appropriateness for hospital discharge is challenging. This study explored the safety of hospital discharge before the return of bowel function. ⋯ Discharge before return of bowel function after elective colorectal surgery appears to be safe in appropriately selected patients.