Aim A systematic analysis was conducted of trials comparing the effectiveness of transanal
endoscopic microsurgery (TEMS) with radical resection (RR) for T 1 and T 2 rectal cancer …

Background Rectal cancer management has evolved into a complex multimodality approach
with survival, local recurrence, and quality of life parameters being the relevant endpoints …

These guidelines provide an evidence-based framework for the management of patients
with large non-pedunculated colorectal polyps (LNPCPs), in addition to identifying key …

Purpose Standard of care treatment for most stage I rectal cancers is total mesorectal
excision (TME). Given the morbidity associated with TME, local excision (LE) for early-stage …

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a common neoplasia in the Western countries, with considerable
morbidity and mortality. Every fifth patient with CRC presents with metastatic disease, which …

Background The last three decades have witnessed significant improvements in the
diagnosis, staging and treatment of rectal cancer leading to a more tailored approach. One …

AIM: To describe our experience in treating rectal cancer by transanal endoscopic
microsurgery (TEM), report morbidity and mortality and oncological outcome. METHODS: A …

Background The most appropriate treatment for early-stage rectal cancers is controversial.
The advantages of local excision regarding morbidity and function must be weighed against …

Background Transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) is an advanced local excision
platform that helps overcome technical limitations and morbidity associated with other …

Background The aim of this study was to quantify the incidence of short-term postoperative
complications and functional disorders at 1 year from transanal endoscopic microsurgery …