Laparoscopic colorectal surgery in learning curve: Role of implementation of a standardized technique and recovery protocol. A cohort study.

Ann Med Surg (Lond) · 2015 · PMC4388911 · PMID 25859386

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Statistical analysis was not performed due to the low number of cases considered but a clear trend toward a reduction in operative time appear to be evident.

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