Single-stage robotic dissection for rectal cancer surgery is feasible, and its short-term outcome is acceptable. Our technique can be a suitable procedure to maximize the advantages of the da Vinci system.

LIFT and BIOLIFT procedures can be performed safely and effectively in a technically demanding study cohort of predominantly females with complex fistulas. Anterior fistulas have a higher risk of failure but present early and are amendable to repeat procedures. In particular, fistulotomies are useful in downstaged tracts and performing BIOLIFTs is an alternative in the management of LIFT failures and recurrences.

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