LapEmerge-trial: laparoscopic approach for emergent colon resection; a multicentre, open label, randomized controlled trial.
Marie Terese Grönroos-Korhonen,
M. Jyrki Aimo Olavi Kössi
Abstract:Background
Because of faster recovery and less morbidity, laparoscopy has become the golden standard in elective colorectal surgery both for benign and malignant disease. A substantial portion of colorectal surgery is however carried out in emergency settings and most of the emergency resections are still performed open. The aim of this study is to compare laparoscopic versus open approach for emergency colorectal surgery.
Method/Design
This is a multicenter prospective randomized controlled trial including ad… Show more
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