Laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery in obese patients is technically feasible and oncologically safe. Despite greater postoperative morbidity, obese patients benefit from shorter length of stay. However, a higher conversion rate, particularly for rectal cancers, should be anticipated in obese male patients.

Stapled haemorrhoidopexy achieved better disease control at 1 year without any major complication. This was sustained in the long-term. Further studies with greater patient numbers are needed to confirm this study.

E alone is best suited in all elderly gallstone ileus patients with significant comorbidities. A one-stage procedure (EC) should be reserved for young, fit and low risk patients.

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