Can a Rectal Tumour Return After Transanal Surgery?

Transanal surgery is an organ-sparing approach designed to remove early-stage rectal tumours through the anus, aiming to avoid abdominal incisions while preserving bowel function. However, even when clear surgical margins are achieved, there remains a possibility that the tumour can return locally. This risk of recurrence ultimately depends on the original tumour’s characteristics, the surgical […]

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