The Role of Indocyanine Green Fluorescence in Rectal Cancer Robotic Surgery: A Narrative Review
Background: In rectal cancer surgery, anastomotic leakage (AL) remains the most feared complication, with a frequency of up to 30% in non-high-volume centers. The preservation of proper vascularization is a key factor for successful anastomosis. The use of fluorescence with indocyanine green (ICG) a...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-05-01
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Series: | Cancers |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6694/14/10/2411 |