Meta-Analysis
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World J Gastroenterol. Apr 7, 2014; 20(13): 3680-3692
Published online Apr 7, 2014. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i13.3680
Figure 6
Figure 6 Transverse colectomies. Studies comparing transverse laparoscopy colectomy and open surgery. X in the table refers to a statistical association provided in the studies. Lap: Laparoscopy; OS: Open surgery; M: Midline incision; T: transverse incision; R: Randomized; CC: Case-control; OT: Operative time; BF: Bowel function; OI: Oral intake; PP: Post-operative Pain; BL: Blood loss; HOSP: Hospital stay; LNH: Lymph node harvest; NS: Not significant.