| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3319341 | Seminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery | 2013 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
This article summarizes the evolution of minimally invasive surgery in general and highlights the milestones specific to the field of colorectal surgery. Early endoscopy, conventional laparoscopy, hand-assisted surgery, single-incision surgery, natural orifice surgery, and robotic colorectal surgery are reviewed.
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Authors
Steven MD, Daniel L. MD,