A cohort study found that minimally invasive left colectomy using total intracorporeal anastomosis (TIA) resulted in fewer intraoperative complications and comparable postoperative morbidity compared to extracorporeal anastomosis (EA). Among 246 patients, TIA demonstrated higher C-reactive protein levels and reduced relevant anastomotic bleeding but similar anastomotic dehiscence rates. These results suggest TIA’s technical feasibility and safety, highlighting the potential benefits of robotic-assisted techniques in enhancing surgical outcomes for colon cancer patients.
• Why it matters: Optimal technique for minimally invasive left colectomy unclear.
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