Transanal endoscopic microsurgery

Abstract

Postoperative complications were observed in 4 (7%) patients. There were no deaths. Transanal endoscopic microsurgery is modern, adequate and effective treatment of benign and early forms of malignant rectal tumors. It is associated with lower incidence of complications and recurrence under condition of careful selection of patients. Based on obtained results we recommend surgeons to apply this technique only in case of tumor placement below 10-11 cm from anus and tumor's diameter up to 3-4 cm to minimize risk of complications and recurrences. Full-layer resection of rectum is recommended in all cases of operations for benign tumors because of there is high risk of latent malignancy.