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Optimum Level of Vessel Ligation in Splenic Flexure Cancer

Journal: Journal of Surgery and Surgical Research (Vol.2, No. 1)

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Page : 055-059

Keywords : Splenic flexure; Left colon cancer; Vessel ligation; Optimum level;

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Abstract

Aim: To investigate the level of vessel ligation in splenic flexure cancer (SFC) in term of oncology outcome and overall survival. Methods: From 2005 until 2012 records reviewed. 43 patients diagnosed with SFC enrolled and analyzed. Patients categorized based on the level of vessel ligation. Left branch of middle colic (LMA) and left colic artery division (LCA) compared to ligation of LCA and marginal of middle colic artery (MMC).

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