Stand laparoskopischer Operationstechniken

There is sufficient solid evidence indicating that laparoscopic colon resection is a safe alternative to the open approach with some short term advantages in regards to shorter convalescence. In patients with primary respectable rectal cancer laparoscopic surgery has shown to be feasible as well. However, the evidence base is not yet sufficient and the use of this technique in clinical routine waits further information from ongoing randomised controlled trials.