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World J Gastroenterol. Nov 7, 2014; 20(41): 15125-15134
Published online Nov 7, 2014. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i41.15125
Published online Nov 7, 2014. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i41.15125
Figure 3 Cosmetic outcome after a laparoscopic assisted low anterior resection with a diverting loop ileostomy for rectal cancer, followed by a takedown of ileostomy.
The specimen was extracted through a periumbilical incision which, especially in thin persons, can be very limited.
- Citation: Shussman N, Wexner SD. Current status of laparoscopy for the treatment of rectal cancer. World J Gastroenterol 2014; 20(41): 15125-15134
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v20/i41/15125.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v20.i41.15125