Transanal total mesorectal excision and low anterior resection syndrome

Bowel dysfunction after rectal cancer surgery is common, with some experiencing low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is common after rectal cancer surgery. This study examined if transanal total mesorectal excision (TaTME) has a similar risk of LARS and altered quality of life (QoL) as patients who undergo low anterior resection (LAR).Patients who underwent TaTME or traditionally approached total mesorectal excision in a prospective colorectal...