Total mesorectal excision

Total mesorectal excision, abbreviated TME. is the standard in rectal surgery.

General

• Resection of the rectum and (complete) mesorectum to the pelvic floor.

Gross

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  Rectum - anterior view. (WC)

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  Rectum - lateral view. (WC)

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  Rectum - inked. (WC)

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  Rectum - opened (WC)

See also

• Colon.
• Colorectal carcinoma.
• Lower anterior resection for cancer.
• Quirke method.