Rectal cancer with synchronous liver metastases: Do we have a clear direction?

Abstract Rectal cancer is a common entity and often presents with synchronous liver metastases. There are discrepancies in management guidelines throughout the world regarding the treatment of advanced rectal cancer, which are further compounded when it presents with synchronous liver metastases. Th...

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Published in:	European journal of surgical oncology 2015-12, Vol.41 (12), p.1570-1577
Main Authors:	Pathak, S, Nunes, Q.M, Daniels, I.R, Smart, N.J, Poston, G.J, Påhlman, L
Format:	Article
Language:	eng
Subjects:	Algorithms Combined Modality Therapy Disease Management Hematology, Oncology and Palliative Medicine Humans Liver - pathology Liver metastases Liver Neoplasms - secondary Liver Neoplasms - therapy Management Rectal cancer Rectal Neoplasms - pathology Rectal Neoplasms - therapy Surgery Synchronous rectal liver metastases
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Summary:	Abstract Rectal cancer is a common entity and often presents with synchronous liver metastases. There are discrepancies in management guidelines throughout the world regarding the treatment of advanced rectal cancer, which are further compounded when it presents with synchronous liver metastases. The following article examines the evidence regarding treatment options for patients with synchronous rectal liver metastases and suggests potential treatment algorithms.
ISSN:	0748-7983 1532-2157 1532-2157