Laparoscopic versus open rectal resection. a 1:2 propensity score-matched analysis of oncological adequateness, short- and long-term outcomes
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Garbarino Giovanni Maria, Canali Giulia, Tarantino Giulia, Costa Gianluca, Ferri Mario, Balducci Genoveffa, Pilozzi Emanuela, Berardi Giammauro, Mercantini Paolo
ISSN: 0179-1958
Laparoscopic resections for rectal cancer are routinely performed in high-volume centres. Despite short-term advantages have been demonstrated, the oncological outcomes are still debated. The aim of this study was to compare the oncological adequateness of the surgical specimen and the long-term outcomes between open (ORR) and laparoscopic (LRR) rectal resections.