Gastric & Breast Cancer e-journal
DOI: 10.2122/gbc.2010.0145
News & Views
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Totally robotic surgery for rectal cancer treatment: Advances and challenges
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Nikolaos Nikiteas, M.D, PhD.
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Affiliation: 2nd Department of Propedeutic Surgery, Medical School of Athens University, Laiko General Hospital, Athens, Greece.
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ABSTRACT
Minimally invasive approach is superior to open surgery in the treatment of patients with distal rectal cancer. But can latest advances with totally robotic-assisted surgery further improve the benefits for these patients as compared with laparoscopic surgery?
(Citation: Gastric & Breast Cancer 2010 Oct ; 9(4): 199-201)
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