Minimally invasive colorectal cancer surgery shows significant benefits

A multicenter study analyzed 4,525 colorectal cancer surgeries in Germany, revealing that minimally invasive techniques, including robotic surgery, resulted in significantly lower in-hospital mortality (1.7% vs. 6.1%) and fewer postoperative complications compared to open surgery. Patients undergoing minimally invasive surgery also experienced shorter average hospital stays (11 days vs. 19.5 days). Despite these benefits, open surgery remains the primary method used, highlighting a critical need for a greater shift to minimally invasive approaches.