Functional results and quality of life after transanal total mesorectal excision

Abstract

This is a narrative review on ano-rectal, sexual, urinary, and quality of life outcomes after transanal total mesorectal excision (TME). Little is known on this topic as only a few studies are currently available in the literature. According to these, it appears that the functional results and quality of life are not substantially impaired compared with standard TME. However more data are needed to precisely assess the outcomes of this technique.

Keywords

Rectal cancer / transanal total mesorectal excision / functional results / quality of life

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