The current level of medicine offers hope for a healthy future. Many diseases that were previously considered incurable, today are no longer scary. Such progress is facilitated by the tireless work of scientists, including Israeli scientists.
In recent years, Israeli clinics are increasingly practicing minimally invasive techniques, using endoscopic and laparoscopic equipment. These innovations have affected standard treatment programs for rectal tumors. In the past, an open, hard-to-tolerate operation with a high risk of trauma was required, but today all the same manipulations can be performed in a more gentle way.
Transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) is an innovative treatment for rectal cancer. As observed by Israeli specialists, TEM is noted for the rapid recovery of the patient due to minimal intrusion into the body. The procedure is performed using a retroscope, through the anus, and no additional openings or incisions are made.
This technique is widely practiced at Assuta Hospital for resection of large polyps and malignant tumors. In contrast to traditional surgery, TEM has significant advantages:
- There is no need to form a colostomy, as well as to dissect the sphincter of the rectum during the procedure;
- Less painful sensations;
- Low percentage of complications after surgery;
- Short period of hospitalization.
Patients who have undergone this procedure usually recover faster, are discharged from the hospital and within a short time return to a normal rhythm of life.
