W Brian Perry,J Christopher Connaughton
W Brian Perry
Abdominoperineal resection (APR) for many years was the treatment of choice for most patients with rectal cancer. Recent advances in surgical technique and other treatment modalities have led to a marked increase in the rate of sphincter-sp...
Kirk A Ludwig
Kirk A Ludwig
Although there is still a place for abdominoperineal resection in the treatment of rectal cancer, the state of the art is sphincter-preserving resection. Even for the lowest of rectal cancers, using a combination of neoadjuvant chemo/radiat...
David B Stewart,David W Dietz
David B Stewart
The introduction of total mesorectal excision (TME) for rectal cancer has reduced local recurrence rates and improved oncologic outcomes, although complication rates such as anastomotic leak have also been a consequence. With the advent of ...
Daniel P Geisler
Daniel P Geisler
The treatment of rectal cancer includes both radical resection and local therapy. Radical resection remains the standard treatment, but is associated with increased morbidity and mortality, as well as the potential need for a temporary and ...
Smitha S Krishnamurthi,Yuji Seo,Timothy J Kinsella
Smitha S Krishnamurthi
Patients with stage II and III rectal cancer benefit from a multidisciplinary approach to treatment. Studies of postoperative adjuvant therapy consistently demonstrate decreases in locoregional recurrence with the use of radiation therapy. ...
Joseph E Willis
Joseph E Willis
Since Cuthbert Dukes fundamental work linking cancer stage to prognosis, the pathologist has had an ever-expanding role in the multidisciplinary management of rectal cancer. Gross dissection techniques and histologic evaluation are reviewed...
Rectal cancer staging [0.03%]
直肠癌的临床分期
James S Wu
James S Wu
Rectal cancer staging provides critical information concerning the extent of the disease. The information gained from staging is used to determine prognosis, to guide management, and to assess response to therapy. Accurate staging is essent...
Vincent J Obias,Harry L Reynolds Jr
Vincent J Obias
A myriad of advances in the treatment of rectal cancer have been achieved over the last few decades. The introduction of total mesorectal excision (TME) has resulted in significant improvements in local recurrence. Surgical education on the...