Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8728338 | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy | 2018 | 28 Pages |
Abstract
Over the last 10 years the rate of radical rectal surgery for a benign polyp declined. However, a significant subgroup of patients was still referred for invasive surgery at the cost of high morbidity and mortality. Referral to an expert endoscopist may avoid unnecessary surgery in most cases.
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Authors
Laurien J. MSc, Leon M.G. MD, PhD, Joost M.J. MD, L. René MD, Miangela MD, PhD, Ivo A.M.J. MD, PhD, Peter P. MD, John N. MD, Koen MD, Matthijs P. MD, PhD,