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Published on: April 19, 2022
Second hepatic resection for metastatic colorectal cancer
P J O'Dwyer1, D S O'Riordain, E W Martin
1Department of Surgery, Ohio State University College, Columbus 43210.
Summary
Repeat liver surgery for metastatic colorectal cancer is feasible. A patient successfully underwent a second hepatic resection 3 years after their initial surgery and remains disease-free.
Area of Science:
- Hepatobiliary surgery
- Surgical oncology
- Colorectal cancer metastasis
Background:
- Metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) often requires surgical intervention.
- Hepatic resection is a primary treatment for colorectal cancer liver metastases (CRLM).
- Repeat liver resection for recurrent CRLM presents unique challenges.
Observation:
- A patient with CRLM underwent an extended right hepatic lobectomy.
- Three years post-initial resection, the patient developed recurrent liver metastases.
- A repeat hepatic resection was considered and performed.
Findings:
- The repeat hepatic resection was technically successful.
- The patient experienced no major complications post-surgery.
- The patient remained disease-free for 2.5 years following the second resection.
Implications:
- Repeat hepatic resection is a viable option for select patients with recurrent CRLM.
- This approach can achieve long-term disease control and survival.
- Further studies are warranted to establish guidelines for repeat liver surgery in mCRC.
