[Transanal excision of rectal tumors. New applications of the endo-GIA forceps]

Two new applications of the endo-GIA technique are presented for endoluminal intrarectal resection of benign or malignant tumors of the lower or middle part of the rectum. These procedures allow resection of sessile lesions with a large implantation base. Depending on the pathology and the type of implantation, resection can either be total or via the musculosa. Results have been good with this simple procedure which allows total tumor resection and an uneventful post-operative period.