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Timing of Surgical Resection for Curative Colorectal Cancer with Liver Metastasis
Shahzad M Ali1,2,3,4,5, Timothy M Pawlik2, Miguel A Rodriguez-Bigas4
1Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, 55905, USA.
Purpose And Design:
Optimal surgical strategy for resectable synchronous colorectal cancer with liver metastasis (SCRLM) remains a therapeutic dilemma. Multiple retrospective studies including several meta-analyses have been published since 2001 to help facilitate the decision making process and identify the optimal surgical approach. Controversy limits the generalization of available data to draw conclusions. A review of available literature on appropriate surgical timing may alleviate confusion among physicians and promote a more evidence based approach.
Results And Conclusion:
Current evidence supports the feasibility, safety, and equivalent oncological outcomes of simultaneous curative resection of stage IV colorectal cancer with liver metastasis in appropriately selected patients.
