Consensus statements on complete mesocolic excision for right-sided colon cancer-technical steps and training implications.

ABSTRACT:

Background

CME is a radical resection for colon cancer, but the procedure is technically demanding with significant variation in its practice. A standardised approach to the optimal technique and training is, therefore, desirable to minimise technical hazards and facilitate safe dissemination. The aim is to develop an expert consensus on the optimal technique for Complete Mesocolic Excision (CME) for right-sided and transverse colon cancer to guide safe implementation and training pathways.

Methods

Guidance was developed following a modified Delphi process to draw consensus from 55 international experts in CME and surgical education representing 18 countries. Domain topics were formulated and subdivided into questions pertinent to different aspects of CME practice. A three-r

SUBMITTER: Tejedor P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9283340 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature