Totally robotic rectal resection: an experience of the first 100 consecutive cases.

Journal: International journal of colorectal disease
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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Robotic surgery provides an alternative option for a minimal access approach. It provides a stable platform with high definition three-dimensional views and improved access, which enhances the capabilities for precise dissection in a narrow surgical field. These distinctive features have made it an attractive option for colorectal surgeons.

Authors

  • J Ahmed
    Department of Minimally Invasive Colorectal Unit, Queen Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, Portsmouth, PO6 3LY, UK. drjag@hotmail.co.uk.
  • M Nasir
    Department of Minimally Invasive Colorectal Unit, Queen Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, Portsmouth, PO6 3LY, UK.
  • K Flashman
    Department of Minimally Invasive Colorectal Unit, Queen Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, Portsmouth, PO6 3LY, UK.
  • J Khan
    Department of Minimally Invasive Colorectal Unit, Queen Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, Portsmouth, PO6 3LY, UK.
  • A Parvaiz
    Department of Minimally Invasive Colorectal Unit, Queen Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, Portsmouth, PO6 3LY, UK.