Laparoscopic-Assisted Colon Surgery

ALTHOUGH THIS PROCEDURE often requires a small incision to remove the diseased portion of the colon, the incision is much smaller, causing less postoperative pain and shortening the hospital stay. This leads to a faster return to activities of daily living for the patient. AORN J 88 (September 2008) 403-412. © AORN, Inc, 2008.