title: Colectomy. The evolving role of laparoscopy.
authors.forename: K A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Forde
mesh_terms: D015982:Bias; D003082:Colectomy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D012809:Colon, Sigmoid / Q000601:surgery; D004239:Diverticulitis, Colonic / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000209:etiology; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D007902:Length of Stay; D018579:Patient Selection