The perioperative results of robotic and laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer in obese patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The incidence of rectal cancer (RC) among obese patients is gradually increasing. Obesity can elevate the risk of RC surgery in numerous aspects. This paper aims to compare the perioperative results of robotic and laparoscopic surgery for RC in obese patients METHODS: We conducted a standardized search of relevant articles using PubMed, Cochrane Library and Web of Science Core Collection in December 2024. All original research articles relevant to our topic were incorporated into the literature screening process, including randomized controlled trials, prospective cohort studies, and retrospective cohort studies. Study selection was subsequently performed according to predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria.

Results

This study selected five studies, involving

SUBMITTER: Li H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11974049 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature