In a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, researchers evaluated two surgical approaches for rectal cancer: laparoscopic total mesorectal excision (LaTME) and trans-anal TME (TaTME). Analyzing data from 1,691 patients across six trials, they found no significant differences in morbidity, mortality, conversion to open surgery, or anastomotic leakage between the two techniques. However, TaTME patients were more likely to achieve a complete TME and had shorter hospital stays. This study highlights the value of TaTME as an effective option for rectal cancer treatment.
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