Rationale for Total Mesorectal Excision (TME) - Cancer and Functional Outcomes

Brendan Moran, MD

Colorectal Unit, Basingstoke, England
November, 2002

Presented at Optimum Managment of Rectal Cancer,
BC Cancer Agency,
Vancouver, British Columbia
30 minutes duration.

Objectives:

• Review the basis and practical aspects of total mesorectal excision for the management of rectal cancer
• Understand the outcomes, risks, and benefits of TME

• This event is eligible for Section 2 CME credit as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and may also be incorporated into a personal learning project (PLP) under Section 4 (Structured Learning Projects).
• This event is eligible for one hour of Section 2 CME credit