Abstract:Aim: This meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic (LPS) versus open surgery for resectable rectal cancer.
Methods:We analyzed and compared oncological outcomes, safety outcomes, and recovery outcomes between LPS surgery and open surgery. Meta-analyses were conducted using RevMan 5.3 software. Dichotomous variables were analyzed by risk ratio with 95% confidence intervals, and continuous variables were analyzed as mean differences.Results: A total of 16 randomized control… Show more
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