Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Modifies Risk Factors for Postoperative Morbidity

Abstract
PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to evaluate whether laparoscopic colorectal surgery can modify the risk factors for the occurrence of postoperative morbidity.METHODS:A total of 384 consecutive patients with colorectal disease were randomized to laparoscopic resection (n = 190) or open resection (n