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Rectal cancer with synchronous liver metastases: Do we have a clear direction?
S Pathak1, Q M Nunes2, I R Daniels1
1Exeter Surgical Health Services Research Unit (HESRU), Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust, Barrack Road, Exeter, EX2 5DW, UK.
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.
