Comparison of short-term outcomes between laparoscopically-assisted vs. transverse-incision open right hemicolectomy for right-sided colon cancer: a retrospective study
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Laparoscopically-assisted right hemicolectomy (LRH) is an acceptable alternative to open surgery for right-sided colon cancer which offers patients less pain and faster recovery. However, special equipment and substantial surgical ex...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2007-05-01
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| Series: | World Journal of Surgical Oncology |
| Online Access: | http://www.wjso.com/content/5/1/49 |