Background The aim of the present study was to determine empirically which electronic
databases contribute best to a literature search in surgical systematic reviews. Methods For …

The introduction of laparoscopy is an example of surgical innovation with a rapid
implementation in many areas of surgery. A large number of controlled studies and meta …

Background The efficacy and safety of single-incision laparoscopic colectomy (SILC) for
colonic cancer remain unclear. The aim of this study was to determine the outcomes of SILC …

Background Several studies have confirmed that laparoscopic colorectal surgery results in
improved early post-operative outcomes. Nevertheless, conventional laparoscopic approach …

AIM: To study the implementation of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program at
a large University Hospital from “pilot study” to “standard of care”. METHODS: The study was …

Aim Laparoscopic surgery is well established for colon cancer, with defined benefits. Use of
laparoscopy for the performance of restorative proctocolectomy (RPC) with ileoanal …

The aim of this meta-analysis was to evaluate if the advantages of single-incision
laparoscopic surgery (SILS) to perform a colorectal resection justify a broad application of …

Abstract Background The da Vinci Single-Port Robot System (DVSP) allows three robotic
instruments and an articulated scope to be inserted through a single small incision. It …

BACKGROUND: Robotic surgery has potential advantages in rectal and pelvic surgery, in
which the dissection is performed within a confined operative field. However, the position of …

Background Single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SILC) is a feasible technique
that provides comparable results to standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). However …