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. 2022 Nov 16;14(11):731-736.
doi: 10.4253/wjge.v14.i11.731.

Minimally invasive colorectal surgery learning curve

Serafino Vanella  1 , Enrico Coppola Bottazzi  2 , Giancarlo Farese  2 , Rosa Murano  2 , Adele Noviello  2 , Tommaso Palma  2 , Maria Godas  2 , Francesco Crafa  2
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Minimally invasive colorectal surgery learning curve

Serafino Vanella et al. World J Gastrointest Endosc. .

Abstract

The learning curve in minimally invasive colorectal surgery is a constant subject of discussion in the literature. Discordant data likely reflects the varying degrees of each surgeon's experience in colorectal, laparoscopic or robotic surgery. Several factors are necessary for a successful minimally invasive colorectal surgery training program, including: Compliance with oncological outcomes; dissection along the embryological planes; constant presence of an expert tutor; periodic discussion of the morbidity and mortality rate; and creation of a dedicated, expert team.

Keywords: Colorectal surgery; Cusum method; Laparoscopy; Learning curve; Minimally invasive surgery; Robotic surgery.

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Conflict-of-interest statement: There are no conflicts of interest associated with any of the authors.

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