title: An anterior approach for excision of benign tumors of the middle part of the rectum.
abstract: The removal of benign tumors of the rectum is usually accomplished using well recognized transanal procedures. Occasionally an abdominal approach with limited excision as described herein may be appropriate.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D012004:Rectal Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D012007:Rectum / Q000601:surgery*