Laparoscopic colectomy is an underused procedure for the treatment of colovesical fistulas despite the fact that this technique is associated with better outcomes including lower mortality, lower ...

For example, if a patient has ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease that is not well controlled with medication, or if a colonoscopy shows precancerous lesions, a doctor may recommend a total or ...

Are the long-term complications of laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer similar to the results after open surgery? In a multicenter (30 centers, eight countries) randomized study published in the ...

LAS VEGAS -- Treatment advancements appear to have helped cut colectomy rates to treat colorectal cancer among patients with ulcerative colitis (UC), according to a presentation here. With emerging ...

- New category challenges industry standards in soft tissue robotic-assisted surgery and has the potential to expand access to minimally invasive care - De Novo premarket review pathway establishes ...

Colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors have an increased risk for metabolic complications, which vary according to the anatomical location of the tumors. It is unclear, however, whether the metabolic risk ...