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A systematic review and meta‐analysis of variants of the branches of the superior mesenteric artery: the Achilles heel of right hemicolectomy with complete mesocolic excision?

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Dissection with subsequent ligation and resection of arteries at their origin (central vascular ligation) is essential for adequate oncological resection during right hemicolectomy with complete mesocolic excision. This technique is… Click to show full abstract

Dissection with subsequent ligation and resection of arteries at their origin (central vascular ligation) is essential for adequate oncological resection during right hemicolectomy with complete mesocolic excision. This technique is technically demanding due to the highly variable arterial pattern of the right colon. Therefore, this study aims to provide a comprehensive evidence‐based assessment of the arterial vascular anatomy of the right colon.

Keywords: complete mesocolic; right hemicolectomy; hemicolectomy complete; mesocolic excision; systematic review

Journal Title: Colorectal Disease
Year Published: 2021

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