Advances in Anorectal and Colorectal Surgery

Dear Colleagues,

Anorectal and colorectal surgery has evolved significantly over recent decades, transitioning from traditional open procedures to minimally invasive techniques that prioritize patient safety, recovery, and outcomes. Laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries have become the standard of care for many colorectal conditions, offering enhanced precision and reduced morbidity. Furthermore, the introduction of natural orifice specimen extraction surgery (NOSES) has opened new avenues in minimally invasive approaches. These advancements have been complemented by progress in oncologic strategies and functional disorder management, solidifying the role of tailored surgical interventions in modern medicine.

This Special Issue of Medicina aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of the latest research and clinical insights in anorectal and colorectal surgery. It seeks to explore innovative techniques, assess their clinical outcomes, and evaluate their integration into everyday practice. Its scope includes, but is not limited to, advances in minimally invasive surgery, functional anorectal disorder treatments, and personalized oncologic care.

This Special Issue highlights cutting-edge topics such as the role of robotics and artificial intelligence in surgery, advancements in imaging technologies, and the development of enhanced surgical techniques like NOSES. It also addresses emerging approaches in the management of colorectal cancer, with a particular focus on improving the survival and quality of life for patients.

We welcome high-quality submissions, including original articles, clinical outcome studies, comparative studies, narrative reviews, scoping reviews and systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Submissions should focus on innovative surgical techniques, comparative studies evaluating different approaches, and multidisciplinary strategies for colorectal and anorectal care. Research bridging the gap between technology, surgery, and patient outcomes is particularly sought.

Dr. Claudio Gambardella
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Medicina is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2200 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

• colorectal surgery
• anorectal disorders
• laparoscopic surgery
• robotic surgery
• oncologic surgery
• minimally invasive techniques
• functional anorectal disorders
• surgical innovations
• NOSES (natural orifice specimen extraction surgery)
• colorectal cancer management