LAPAROSCOPIC ASSISTED LOW ANTERIOR RESECTION OF RECTAL CANCER

Abstract

We have positively performed laparoscopic low anterior resection for the patient with rectal cancer. Its indication is early and advanced (depth of MP) rectal cancer. Our operative procedure is 1) mobilization of descending colon, sigmoid colon and rectum. 2) mobilization of sigmoid mesocolon and mesorectum, 3) ligation of inferior mesenteric artery and vein, 4) resection of rectum, 5) anastomosis. This procedure is according to the procedure of open low anterior resection. This paper presents clinical and technical data.