The learning curve of transanal total mesorectal excision for rectal cancer is associated with local recurrence: results from a multicentre external audit
Colorectal Disease2021Vol. 23(8), pp. 2020–2029
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Stefan van Oostendorp, H. J. Belgers, Jeroen Hol, Pascal G. Doornebosch, Eric J.T. Belt, Steven J. Oosterling, Miranda Kusters, H. Jaap Bonjer, Colin Sietses, Jurriaan B. Tuynman
Abstract
This multicentre study shows a high local recurrence rate (12.5%) after implementation of TaTME which lowers to an acceptable rate (3.4%) when experience increases. Therefore, intensified proctoring and further precautions must be implemented to reduce the unacceptably high risk of local recurrence at units starting this technique.
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