During the surgery for colon cancer, the tumor typically needs to be removed at a point 15cm from its distal end.
Thus, much had to be removed during the entire procedure!
The terminal ileum, appendix, cecum, ascending colon, and one-third of the transverse colon.
At the same time, the corresponding mesentery, greater omentum, and perivascular lymph nodes also needed to be excised.
Tumor surgery has always been the focus of current gastrointestinal operations!
Sun Guangyu glanced at Chen Cang and said, "Is it possible to use the medial approach?"
Chen Cang nodded.
The medial approach is much more difficult than the lateral one, but it adheres to the no-touch principle vital for tumor removal, and it places high demands on the person holding the scope.
Before the surgery began, Chen Cang picked up the scope to begin the preparations.
First, he soaked it in water heated to 60-70 degrees and also had the staff prepare some warm water.