Transanal Endoscopic Platforms: TAMIS versus Rigid Platforms: Pros and Cons

Area of Science:

• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Colorectal Surgery
• Surgical Technology

Background:

• Transanal endoscopic surgery utilizes magnification and pneumorectum for rectal operations.
• Advanced transanal techniques offer superior specimen quality and lower recurrence rates compared to traditional methods.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare rigid and flexible transanal endoscopic surgery platforms.
• To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each platform for rectal surgery.

Main Methods:

• Description of rigid transanal endoscopic surgery platforms using a rigid proctoscope.
• Introduction to Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery (TAMIS) as a flexible platform.
• Discussion of TAMIS applications, including transanal total mesorectal excision.

Main Results:

• Rigid platforms provide a stable surgical field.
• TAMIS offers cost-effectiveness and versatility, enabling advanced procedures.
• Both platforms aim to enhance surgical precision in transanal operations.

Conclusions:

• Platform choice depends on surgeon preference, patient factors, availability, and cost.
• Transanal endoscopic surgery, particularly TAMIS, represents significant advancements in rectal surgery.