Pathology Assessment of Mesorectal Fascia After TME by Laparoscopic, Open, TransAnal and Robotic Approaches (LOTARTME)
Launched by SAN GIOVANNI ADDOLORATA HOSPITAL · Jun 30, 2021
Trial Information
Current as of June 20, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Developed in 1992 by Heald Total Mesorectal Excision improved the long-term results of rectal cancer treatment with overall survivals increasing up to 80% and local recurrences decreasing down to 4%. Notwithstanding the introduction of laparoscopy and robotic technology and their application in the field of rectal cancer surgery in the last decades, no further improvement of rectal cancer survivals have been reported. Actually, completeness of mesorectal fat and fascia excision seems not to be improved with these new approaches, compared to standard open surgery. It has been proved that loc...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • intent to treat procedures
- • procedures performed by experienced surgeons (minimum of 100 TME)
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • palliation surgery
- • multivisceral resections
- • procedures performed by inexperienced surgeons (less of 100 TME)
About San Giovanni Addolorata Hospital
San Giovanni Addolorata Hospital is a prestigious healthcare institution dedicated to advancing medical research and improving patient care through innovative clinical trials. Located in Rome, Italy, the hospital is renowned for its commitment to excellence in clinical practice and research, fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals. With a focus on patient safety and ethical standards, San Giovanni Addolorata Hospital aims to contribute significantly to the development of new therapies and treatments, enhancing the quality of life for patients across various medical fields.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Roma, Rm, Italy
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Marco Maria Lirici, MD
Principal Investigator
San Giovanni Addolorata Hospital Complex; Saint Camillus International University of Health Sciences
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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