Factors influencing lymph node harvest in colorectal surgery

Background and aims Lymphadenectomy in colorectal cancer is a critical component concerning prognosis and survival of patients. Several variables influence the number of harvested lymph nodes (LN). However, results of studies are contradictory, and influencing factors remain to be identified. The aim of the present study was to identify factors that have a significant influence on the number of assessed LN in oncologic colorectal cancer resection.