Abstract:Purpose:The COST study trial has demonstrated oncological safety by using laparoscopy for colon cancer. However, in a prior trial, the transverse colon was excluded. Therefore, it has not been determined whether laparoscopy can be used in the setting of transverse colon cancer. Moreover, a transverse colectomy for transverse colon cancer is controversial. This study evaluated the peri-operative and short-term oncological outcomes of a laparoscopic transverse colectomy. Methods: A retrospective review of patien… Show more
Metastasis to lymph nodes along the right colic artery occurred in approximately 10% of the patients with transverse cancer, indicating the need for great care in deciding the extent of segmental resection for these patients.
Metastasis to lymph nodes along the right colic artery occurred in approximately 10% of the patients with transverse cancer, indicating the need for great care in deciding the extent of segmental resection for these patients.
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