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Complete mesocolic excision and extended lymphadenectomy: Where should we stand?
Abhinav Gupta1, Christine Garabetian2, Kyle Cologne1
1Department of Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA.
Abstract:
Debate regarding the risks and merits of complete mesocolic excision and extended lymphadenectomy is ongoing, particularly for right-sided colon cancers. In this article, we hope to provide a succinct yet encompassing review of the relevant literature. We posit that complete mesocolic excision with D3 dissection is indicated in select patients with colon cancers, particularly those distal to the cecum.
