Laparoscopic-assisted transvaginal resection of the rectum.
Laparoscopic resection of the low rectum is technically difficult. This article describes a technique for laparoscopic-assisted, transvaginal low anterior resection of the rectum, which is technically easier and leads to an excellent cosmetic result.
Kim
J
J
Department of General Surgery, Yeungnam University Hospital, Taegu, Korea.
Shim
M
M
Kwun
K
K
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D008875:Middle Aged; D012004:Rectal Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D014621:Vagina