Minimally invasive transanal excision for rectal tumors: technical feasibility compared to conventional approach.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

The technique for transanal resection of rectal tumors has evolved from conventional methods to minimally invasive approaches. However, the research comparing long-term results between these approaches is limited.

Methods

Between 2016 and 2022, a total of 133 patients who underwent transanal excision were analyzed. Patients were classified into 2 groups according to surgical approach: conventional transanal approach (CTA) and minimally invasive transanal approach (MTA). Medical records were analyzed to compare surgical and oncological outcomes between the 2 groups.

Results

There were no significant differences observed in patient's demographics and tumor characteristics, except the MTA group exhibited a statistically longer distance from the anal verge. Althou

SUBMITTER: Mun JY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12046413 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature