The learning curve for laparoscopic colectomy in colorectal cancer at a new regional hospital

Background: Laparoscopic colorectal surgery has been extensively used, although mostly performed in medical centers or university hospitals. We analyzed the learning curve of laparoscopic colectomy in a new regional hospital and determined the experience necessary to achieve proficiency. Methods: Fr...

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Main Authors: Kuei-Yen Tsai, Kee-Thai Kiu, Ming-Te Huang, Chih-Hsiung Wu, Tung-Cheng Chang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2016-01-01
Series:Asian Journal of Surgery
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S101595841500041X