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Peacock O, Brown K, Waters PS, Jenkins JT, Warrier SK, Heriot AG, Glyn T, Frizelle FA, Solomon MJ, Bednarski BK. Operative Strategies for Beyond Total Mesorectal Excision Surgery for Rectal Cancer. Ann Surg Oncol 2025; 32:4240-4249. [PMID: 40102284 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-025-17151-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2025] [Accepted: 02/24/2025] [Indexed: 03/20/2025]
Affiliation(s)
- Oliver Peacock
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Surgical Outcomes Research Centre and Institute of Academic Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, St Mark's Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Christchurch Hospital, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Christchurch Hospital, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Surgical Outcomes Research Centre and Institute of Academic Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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Wang F, Chen G, Zhang Z, Yuan Y, Wang Y, Gao Y, Sheng W, Wang Z, Li X, Yuan X, Cai S, Ren L, Liu Y, Xu J, Zhang Y, Liang H, Wang X, Zhou A, Ying J, Li G, Cai M, Ji G, Li T, Wang J, Hu H, Nan K, Wang L, Zhang S, Li J, Xu R. The Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology (CSCO): Clinical guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer, 2024 update. Cancer Commun (Lond) 2025; 45:332-379. [PMID: 39739441 PMCID: PMC11947620 DOI: 10.1002/cac2.12639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2024] [Accepted: 12/02/2024] [Indexed: 01/02/2025] Open
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The 2024 updates of the Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology (CSCO) Clinical Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer emphasize standardizing cancer treatment in China, highlighting the latest advancements in evidence-based medicine, healthcare resource access, and precision medicine in oncology. These updates address disparities in epidemiological trends, clinicopathological characteristics, tumor biology, treatment approaches, and drug selection for colorectal cancer patients across diverse regions and backgrounds. Key revisions include adjustments to evidence levels for intensive treatment strategies, updates to regimens for deficient mismatch repair (dMMR)/ microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) patients, proficient mismatch repair (pMMR)/ microsatellite stability (MSS) patients who have failed standard therapies, and rectal cancer patients with low recurrence risk. Additionally, recommendations for digital rectal examination and DNA polymerase epsilon (POLE)/ DNA polymerase delta 1 (POLD1) gene mutation testing have been strengthened. The 2024 CSCO Guidelines are based on both Chinese and international clinical research, as well as expert consensus, ensuring their relevance and applicability in clinical practice, while maintaining a commitment to scientific rigor, impartiality, and timely updates.
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- Feng Wang
- Department of Medical OncologySun Yat‐sen University Cancer Center, The State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Research Unit of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment for Gastrointestinal Cancer, Chinese Academy of Medical SciencesGuangzhouGuangdongP. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal SurgerySun Yat‐sen University Cancer Center, The State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for CancerGuangzhouGuangdongP. R. China
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- Department of Radiation OncologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghaiP. R. China
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- Department of Medical OncologyThe Second Affiliated HospitalZhejiang University School of MedicineHangzhouZhejiangP. R. China
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- Department of RadiologyPeking University People's HospitalBeijingP. R. China
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- Department of Radiation OncologySun Yat‐sen University Cancer Centre, The State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South ChinaGuangzhouGuangdongP. R. China
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- Department of PathologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghaiP. R. China
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- Department of Medical OncologySun Yat‐sen University Cancer Center, The State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Research Unit of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment for Gastrointestinal Cancer, Chinese Academy of Medical SciencesGuangzhouGuangdongP. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal SurgeryFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghaiP. R. China
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- Department of OncologyTongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and TechnologyWuhanHubeiP. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal SurgeryFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghaiP. R. China
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- Department of General SurgeryZhongshan HospitalFudan UniversityShanghaiP. R. China
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- Department of Medical OncologyThe First Hospital of China Medical UniversityShenyangLiaoningP. R. China
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- Department of General SurgeryZhongshan HospitalFudan UniversityShanghaiP. R. China
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- Department of OncologyHarbin Medical University Cancer HospitalHarbinHeilongjiangP. R. China
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- Department of OncologySouthwest HospitalThird Military Medical University (Army Medical University)ChongqingP. R. China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal OncologyCancer Medical Center, Peking Union Medical College HospitalChinese Academy of Medical SciencesBeijingChina
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- Department of Medical OncologyChinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical CollegeBeijingP. R. China
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- Department of PathologyChinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical CollegeBeijingP. R. China
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- Department of Radiation OncologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghaiP. R. China
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- Department of PathologySun Yat‐sen University Cancer Center, The State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South ChinaGuangzhouGuangdongP. R. China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal SurgeryXijing HospitalAir Force Military Medical UniversityXi'anShaanxiP. R. China
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- Department of General SurgeryThe First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang UniversityNanchangJiangxiP. R. China
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- Department of RadiologyThe First Hospital of Jilin UniversityChangchunJilinP. R. China
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- Department of Medical OncologyThe Second Affiliated HospitalZhejiang University School of MedicineHangzhouZhejiangP. R. China
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- Department of Medical OncologyThe First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong UniversityXi'anShaanxiP. R. China
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- Department of RadiologySecond Affiliated HospitalZhejiang University School of MedicineHangzhouZhejiangP. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal SurgeryThe Second Affiliated HospitalZhejiang University School of MedicineHangzhouZhejiangP. R. China
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- Department of Medical OncologyShanghai GoBroad Cancer HospitalChina Pharmaceutical UniversityShanghaiP. R. China
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- Department of Medical OncologySun Yat‐sen University Cancer Center, The State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sun Yat‐sen University, Research Unit of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment for Gastrointestinal Cancer, Chinese Academy of Medical SciencesGuangzhouGuangdongP. R. China
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Huang F, Wei R, Mei S, Xiao T, Zhao W, Zheng Z, Liu Q. Clinical calculator based on clinicopathological characteristics predicts local recurrence and overall survival following radical resection of stage II-III colorectal cancer. Front Oncol 2025; 15:1494255. [PMID: 39975593 PMCID: PMC11835698 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2025.1494255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/13/2025] [Indexed: 02/21/2025] Open
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PURPOSE This study aimed to analyze the risk factors and survival prognosis of local recurrence in stage II-III colorectal cancer (CRC) and develop a clinical risk calculator and nomograms to predict local recurrence and survival in treated patients. METHODS Patients who underwent radical surgery between January 2009 and December 2019 at the China National Cancer Center were included. Multivariate nomograms and a clinical risk calculator based on Cox regression were developed. Discrimination was measured with an area under curve (AUC) and variability in individual predictions was assessed with calibration curves. We stratified patients into different risk groups according to the established model to predict their prognosis and guide clinical practice. RESULTS The clinical risk calculator incorporated six variables: tumor thrombus, perineural invasion, tumor grade, pathology T-stage, pathology N-stage, and whether more than 12 lymph nodes were harvested. Our clinical risk calculator provided good discrimination, with AUC values of local recurrence-free survival (LRFS) (0.764) and overall survival (OS) (0.815) in the training cohort and LRFS (0.740) and OS (0.730) in the test cohort. Calibration plots illustrated excellent agreement between the clinical risk calculator predictions and actual observations for 3- and 5-year LRFS and OS. Recurrence risk-stratified analysis showed that low-risk patients were more likely to undergo salvage radical surgery when recurrent disease existed. CONCLUSION The clinical calculator can better account for tumor and patient heterogeneity, providing a more individualized outcome prognostication. The model is expected to aid in treatment planning, such as resectability evaluation, and it can be used in postoperative surveillance (https://oldcoloncancer.shinyapps.io/dynnomapp/).
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- Fei Huang
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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Sakamoto J, Tsutsui A, Hagiwara C, Wakabayashi G. Oncologic Impact of Conservative Treatment Compared with Surgical Treatment of Anastomotic Leakage Following Colorectal Cancer Surgery: A Retrospective Study. J Anus Rectum Colon 2025; 9:61-68. [PMID: 39882223 PMCID: PMC11772793 DOI: 10.23922/jarc.2024-005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 10/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/31/2025] Open
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Objectives Differences in oncological outcomes between conservative and surgical treatments for anastomotic leakage (AL) in patients undergoing colorectal cancer surgery remain unclear. Methods From July 2011 to June 2020, 385 patients underwent curative resection with double-stapling anastomosis for left-sided colon and rectal cancers. Among them, 33 patients who experienced AL were retrospectively evaluated and categorized into two groups: conservative (n = 20) and surgical (n = 13). In the surgical group, abdominal lavage using a sufficient amount of normal saline was performed during reoperation. The primary endpoint was the 3-year cumulative incidence of local recurrence (LR). Results Seven (21.2%) patients in the conservative group experienced LR, while none in the surgical group. Survival analysis indicated no differences in overall and recurrent-free survival. However, the 3-year cumulative incidence of LR was significantly lower in the surgical group than in the conservative group (0% versus 31.3%, p=0.045). Conclusions Differences in AL management were associated with oncological outcomes, specifically a decreased LR. Therefore, surgeons should consider our findings when determining the most appropriate AL treatment to improve oncological outcomes.
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- Junichi Sakamoto
- Department of Surgery, Ageo Central General Hospital, Ageo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Ageo Central General Hospital, Ageo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Ageo Central General Hospital, Ageo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Ageo Central General Hospital, Ageo, Japan
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Coco C, Rizzo G, Amodio LE, Pafundi DP, Marzi F, Tondolo V. Current Management of Locally Recurrent Rectal Cancer. Cancers (Basel) 2024; 16:3906. [PMID: 39682094 DOI: 10.3390/cancers16233906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2024] [Revised: 11/13/2024] [Accepted: 11/20/2024] [Indexed: 12/18/2024] Open
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Locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC), which occurs in 6-12% of patients previously treated with surgery, with or without pre-operative chemoradiation therapy, represents a complex and heterogeneous disease profoundly affecting the patient's quality of life (QoL) and long-term survival. Its management usually requires a multidisciplinary approach, to evaluate the several aspects of a LRRC, such as resectability or the best approach to reduce symptoms. Surgical treatment is more complex and usually needs high-volume centers to obtain a higher rate of radical (R0) resections and to reduce the rate of postoperative complications. Multiple factors related to the patient, to the primary tumor, and to the surgery for the primary tumor contribute to the development of local recurrence. Accurate pre-treatment staging of the recurrence is essential, and several classification systems are currently used for this purpose. Achieving an R0 resection through radical surgery remains the most critical factor for a favorable oncologic outcome, although both chemotherapy and radiotherapy play a significant role in facilitating this goal. If a R0 resection of a LRRC is not feasible, palliative treatment is mandatory to reduce the LRRC-related symptoms, especially pain, minimizing the effect of the recurrence on the QoL of the patients. The aim of this manuscript is to provide a comprehensive narrative review of the literature regarding the management of LRRC.
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- Claudio Coco
- UOC Chirurgia Generale 2, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- UOC Chirurgia Digestiva e del Colon-Retto, Ospedale Isola Tiberina Gemelli Isola, 00186 Rome, Italy
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- UOC Chirurgia Digestiva e del Colon-Retto, Ospedale Isola Tiberina Gemelli Isola, 00186 Rome, Italy
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- UOC Chirurgia Generale 2, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- UOC Chirurgia Digestiva e del Colon-Retto, Ospedale Isola Tiberina Gemelli Isola, 00186 Rome, Italy
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- UOC Chirurgia Digestiva e del Colon-Retto, Ospedale Isola Tiberina Gemelli Isola, 00186 Rome, Italy
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Kim S, Huh JW, Lee WY, Yun SH, Kim HC, Cho YB, Park Y, Shin JK. Risk factors and treatment strategies for local recurrence of locally advanced rectal cancer treated with neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy followed by total mesorectal excision. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY 2024; 50:108641. [PMID: 39213693 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2024.108641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Revised: 07/04/2024] [Accepted: 08/23/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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BACKGROUND Despite advancements in total mesorectal excision (TME) and neoadjuvant radiotherapy, locally advanced rectal cancer remains challenging, impacting patient quality of life and mortality. This study aimed to identify the risk factors for local recurrence in locally advanced rectal cancer treated with neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (CRT) and assess treatment strategies for recurrence. METHODS This retrospective analysis included 682 patients diagnosed with locally advanced rectal cancer who were treated with neoadjuvant CRT and TME at Samsung Medical Center from 2008 to 2017. The exclusion criteria ensured a homogenous cohort. Clinical staging involved colonoscopies, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and digital rectal exam. Risk factors, treatment modalities, and oncological outcomes for local recurrence were evaluated. RESULT During a median 62-month follow-up, 47 patients (6.9 %) experienced local recurrence. The risk factors for local recurrence included a positive circumferential resection margin (CRM), venous invasion, and perineural invasion. Of the 47 patients with local recurrence, 25 (53.2 %) were considered resectable. Out of these, 23 patients underwent curative resections, and 15 (65.2 %) achieved R0 resection. Patients with R0 resections exhibited superior 5-year survival rates compared to R1-2 resection or non-surgical treatment, and there was no survival difference between R1-2 resection and non-surgical treatment. CONCLUSION In locally advanced rectal cancer, positive CRM, venous invasion, and perineural invasion were associated with local recurrence. R0 resection showed favorable outcomes, emphasizing the importance of surveillance in high-risk patients. Treatment decisions should consider these factors for improved oncologic outcomes and quality of life.
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- Seijong Kim
- Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Waller JH, van Kessel CS, Solomon MJ, Lee PJ, Austin KKS, Steffens D. Outcomes Following Pelvic Exenteration for Locally Recurrent Rectal Cancer With and Without En Bloc Sacrectomy. Dis Colon Rectum 2024; 67:796-804. [PMID: 38408876 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000003154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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BACKGROUND Extended radical resection is often the only chance of cure for locally recurrent rectal cancer. Recurrence in the posterior compartment often necessitates en bloc sacrectomy as part of pelvic exenteration to obtain clear resection margins and provide survival benefit. OBJECTIVE To compare oncological outcomes, morbidity, and quality-of-life outcomes following pelvic exenteration with and without en bloc sacrectomy for recurrent rectal cancer. DESIGN Comparative cohort study with retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data. SETTING This study was conducted at a high-volume pelvic exenteration center. PATIENTS Patients who underwent pelvic exenteration for locally recurrent rectal cancer between 1994 and 2022. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Overall survival, postoperative morbidity, R0 resection margin, and quality-of-life outcomes. RESULTS Of 965 patients, 305 (31.6%) underwent pelvic exenteration for locally recurrent rectal cancer. Among these patients, 64.3% were men and the median age was 62 years (range, 29-86). One hundred eighty-five patients (60.7%) underwent en bloc sacrectomy, 65 (35.1%) underwent high transection, and 119 (64.3%) had sacrectomy below S2. R0 resection was achieved in 80% of patients with sacrectomy and 72.5% of patients without sacrectomy. Sacrectomy patients experienced more postoperative complications without increased mortality. The median overall survival was 52 months; median survival was 47 months with sacrectomy and 73 months without ( p = 0.059). Quality-of-life scores were not significantly different across physical component ( p = 0.346), mental component ( p = 0.787), or Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Colorectal ( p = 0.679) scores at 24-month follow-up. LIMITATIONS The generalizability of these findings may be limited outside of subspecialist exenteration units. Selection bias exists in a retrospective analysis. CONCLUSIONS Patients undergoing pelvic exenteration with and without en bloc sacrectomy for locally recurrent rectal cancer experience similar rates of R0 resection, survival, and quality-of-life outcomes. As R0 remains the most important predictor of survival, the requirement of sacral resection should prompt referral to a subspecialist center that performs sacrectomy routinely. See Video Abstract . RESULTADOS DESPUS DE LA EXENTERACIN PLVICA PARA EL CNCER DE RECTO CON RECURRENCIA LOCAL, CON Y SIN SACRECTOMA EN BLOQUE ANTECEDENTES:La resección radical ampliada es generalmente la única posibilidad de curación para el cáncer de recto con recurrencia local. La recurrencia en el compartimento posterior generalmente requiere sacrectomía en bloque como parte de la exenteración pélvica para obtener márgenes de resección claros y proporcionar un beneficio de supervivencia.OBJETIVO:Comparar los resultados oncológicos, de morbilidad y de calidad de vida después de la exenteración pélvica con y sin sacrectomía en bloque para el cáncer de recto recurrente.DISEÑO:Estudio de cohorte comparativo con análisis retrospectivo de datos recopilados prospectivamente.AMBIENTE AJUSTE:Estudio realizado en un centro de exenteración pélvica de alto volumen.PACIENTES:Aquellos sometidos a exenteración pélvica por cáncer de recto con recurrencia local entre 1994 y 2022.PRINCIPALES MEDIDAS DE RESULTADO:Supervivencia general, morbilidad posoperatoria, margen de resección R0 y resultados de calidad de vida.RESULTADOS:305 (31,6%) de 965 pacientes se sometieron a exenteración pélvica por cáncer de recto con recurrencia local. El 64,3% de los pacientes eran hombres con una mediana de edad de 62 años (rango 29-86). 185 pacientes (60,7%) fueron sometidos a sacrectomía en bloque, 65 (35,1%) fueron sometidos a transección alta, 119 (64,3%) tuvieron sacrectomía por debajo de S2. La resección R0 se logró en el 80% de los pacientes con sacrectomía y en el 72,5% sin ella. Los pacientes de sacrectomía experimentaron más complicaciones postoperatorias sin aumento de la mortalidad. La mediana de supervivencia global fue de 52 meses, 47 meses con sacrectomía y 73 meses sin sacrectomía ( p = 0,059). Las puntuaciones de calidad de vida no fueron significativamente diferentes entre las puntuaciones del componente físico ( p = 0,346), componente mental ( p = 0,787) o la evaluación funcional de la terapia contra el cáncer - colorrectal ( p = 0,679) a los 24 meses de seguimiento.LIMITACIONES:La generalización de estos hallazgos puede estar limitada fuera de las unidades de exenteración de subespecialistas. Existe un sesgo de selección en un análisis retrospectivo.CONCLUSIONES:Los pacientes sometidos a exenteración pélvica con y sin sacrectomía en bloque por cáncer de recto con recurrencia local experimentan tasas similares de resección R0, supervivencia y resultados de calidad de vida. Como R0 sigue siendo el predictor más importante de supervivencia, la necesidad de resección sacra debe provocar la derivación a un centro subespecialista que realice sacrectomía de forma rutinaria. (Traducción-Dr. Fidel Ruiz Healy ).
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- Jacob H Waller
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Institute of Academic Surgery (IAS), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Institute of Academic Surgery (IAS), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Institute of Academic Surgery (IAS), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Institute of Academic Surgery (IAS), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Wang J, Liu H, Li A, Jiang H, Pan Y, Chen X, Yin L, Lin M. A new membrane anatomy-oriented classification of radical surgery for rectal cancer. Gastroenterol Rep (Oxf) 2023; 11:goad069. [PMID: 38145104 PMCID: PMC10739184 DOI: 10.1093/gastro/goad069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023] Open
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For patients with different clinical stages of rectal cancer, tailored surgery is urgently needed. Over the past 10 years, our team has conducted numerous anatomical studies and proposed the "four fasciae and three spaces" theory to guide rectal cancer surgery. Enlightened by the anatomical basis of the radical hysterectomy classification system of Querleu and Morrow, we proposed a new classification system of radical surgery for rectal cancer based on membrane anatomy. This system categorizes the surgery into four types (A-D) and incorporates corresponding subtypes based on the preservation of the autonomic nerve. Our surgical classification unifies the pelvic membrane anatomical terminology, validates the feasibility of classifying rectal cancer surgery using the theory of "four fasciae and three spaces," and lays the theoretical groundwork for the future development of unified and standardized classification of radical pelvic tumor surgery.
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- Jiaqi Wang
- Department of General Surgery, Yangpu Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
- Institute of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Translational Medicine, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Yangpu Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
- Institute of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Translational Medicine, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Yangpu Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Yangpu Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
- Institute of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Translational Medicine, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Institute of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Translational Medicine, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Institute of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Translational Medicine, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Shanghai Tenth People’s Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Yangpu Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
- Institute of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Translational Medicine, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, P. R. China
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Stelzner S, Heinze T, Heimke M, Gockel I, Kittner T, Brown G, Mees ST, Wedel T. Beyond Total Mesorectal Excision: Compartment-based Anatomy of the Pelvis Revisited for Exenterative Pelvic Surgery. Ann Surg 2023; 278:e58-e67. [PMID: 36538640 DOI: 10.1097/sla.0000000000005715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Magnetic resonance imaging-based subdivision of the pelvis into 7 compartments has been proposed for pelvic exenteration. The aim of the present anatomical study was to describe the topographic anatomy of these compartments and define relevant landmarks and surgical dissection planes. BACKGROUND Pelvic anatomy as it relates to exenterative surgery is complex. Demonstration of the topographic peculiarities of the pelvis based on the operative situs is hindered by the inaccessibility of the small pelvis and the tumor bulk itself. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirteen formalin-fixed pelvic specimens were meticulously dissected according to predefined pelvic compartments. Pelvic exenteration was simulated and illustrated in a stepwise manner. Different access routes were used for optimal demonstration of the regions of interest. RESULTS All the 7 compartments (peritoneal reflection, anterior above peritoneal reflection, anterior below peritoneal reflection, central, posterior, lateral, inferior) were investigated systematically. The topography of the pelvic fasciae and ligaments; vessels and nerves of the bladder, prostate, uterus, and vagina; the internal iliac artery and vein; the course of the ureter, somatic (obturator nerve, sacral plexus), and autonomic pelvic nerves (inferior hypogastric plexus); pelvic sidewall and floor, ischioanal fossa; and relevant structures for sacrectomy were demonstrated. CONCLUSIONS A systematic approach to pelvic anatomy according to the 7 magnetic resonance imaging-defined compartments clearly revealed crucial anatomical landmarks and key structures facilitating pelvic exenterative surgery. Compartment-based pelvic anatomy proved to be a sound concept for beyond TME surgery and provides a basis for tailored resection procedures.
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- Sigmar Stelzner
- Department of Visceral, Transplant, Thoracic, and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Institute of Anatomy, Center of Clinical Anatomy, Christian-Albrechts University Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Institute of Anatomy, Center of Clinical Anatomy, Christian-Albrechts University Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Visceral, Transplant, Thoracic, and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Dresden-Friedrichstadt General Hospital, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Gastrointestinal Imaging, Imperial College, London, UK
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- Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Dresden-Friedrichstadt General Hospital, Dresden, Germany
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- Institute of Anatomy, Center of Clinical Anatomy, Christian-Albrechts University Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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Radiomic Features from Post-Operative 18F-FDG PET/CT and CT Imaging Associated with Locally Recurrent Rectal Cancer: Preliminary Findings. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12052058. [PMID: 36902845 PMCID: PMC10004457 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12052058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2023] [Revised: 03/03/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023] Open
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Locally Recurrent Rectal Cancer (LRRC) remains a major clinical concern; it rapidly invades pelvic organs and nerve roots, causing severe symptoms. Curative-intent salvage therapy offers the only potential for cure but it has a higher chance of success when LRRC is diagnosed at an early stage. Imaging diagnosis of LRRC is very challenging due to fibrosis and inflammatory pelvic tissue, which can mislead even the most expert reader. This study exploited a radiomic analysis to enrich, through quantitative features, the characterization of tissue properties, thus favoring an accurate detection of LRRC by Computed Tomography (CT) and 18F-FDG-Positron Emission Tomography/CT (PET/CT). Of 563 eligible patients undergoing radical resection (R0) of primary RC, 57 patients with suspected LRRC were included, 33 of which were histologically confirmed. After manually segmenting suspected LRRC in CT and PET/CT, 144 Radiomic Features (RFs) were generated, and RFs were investigated for univariate significant discriminations (Wilcoxon rank-sum test, p < 0.050) of LRRC from NO LRRC. Five RFs in PET/CT (p < 0.017) and two in CT (p < 0.022) enabled, individually, a clear distinction of the groups, and one RF was shared by PET/CT and CT. As well as confirming the potential role of radiomics to advance LRRC diagnosis, the aforementioned shared RF describes LRRC as tissues having high local inhomogeneity due to the evolving tissue's properties.
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De Muzio F, Fusco R, Cutolo C, Giacobbe G, Bruno F, Palumbo P, Danti G, Grazzini G, Flammia F, Borgheresi A, Agostini A, Grassi F, Giovagnoni A, Miele V, Barile A, Granata V. Post-Surgical Imaging Assessment in Rectal Cancer: Normal Findings and Complications. J Clin Med 2023; 12:1489. [PMID: 36836024 PMCID: PMC9966470 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12041489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2022] [Revised: 12/30/2022] [Accepted: 02/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2023] Open
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Rectal cancer (RC) is one of the deadliest malignancies worldwide. Surgery is the most common treatment for RC, performed in 63.2% of patients. The type of surgical approach chosen aims to achieve maximum residual function with the lowest risk of recurrence. The selection is made by a multidisciplinary team that assesses the characteristics of the patient and the tumor. Total mesorectal excision (TME), including both low anterior resection (LAR) and abdominoperineal resection (APR), is still the standard of care for RC. Radical surgery is burdened by a 31% rate of major complications (Clavien-Dindo grade 3-4), such as anastomotic leaks and a risk of a permanent stoma. In recent years, less-invasive techniques, such as local excision, have been tested. These additional procedures could mitigate the morbidity of rectal resection, while providing acceptable oncologic results. The "watch and wait" approach is not a globally accepted model of care but encouraging results on selected groups of patients make it a promising strategy. In this plethora of treatments, the radiologist is called upon to distinguish a physiological from a pathological postoperative finding. The aim of this narrative review is to identify the main post-surgical complications and the most effective imaging techniques.
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- Federica De Muzio
- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences V. Tiberio, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Division, Igea SpA, 80013 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, University of Salerno, 84084 Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Area of Cardiovascular and Interventional Imaging, Abruzzo Health Unit 1, 67100 L’Aquila, Italy
- Italian Society of Medical and Interventional Radiology (SIRM), SIRM Foundation, Via Della Signora 2, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Area of Cardiovascular and Interventional Imaging, Abruzzo Health Unit 1, 67100 L’Aquila, Italy
- Italian Society of Medical and Interventional Radiology (SIRM), SIRM Foundation, Via Della Signora 2, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Italian Society of Medical and Interventional Radiology (SIRM), SIRM Foundation, Via Della Signora 2, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Division of Radiology, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, 50134 Florence, Italy
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- Italian Society of Medical and Interventional Radiology (SIRM), SIRM Foundation, Via Della Signora 2, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Division of Radiology, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, 50134 Florence, Italy
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- Italian Society of Medical and Interventional Radiology (SIRM), SIRM Foundation, Via Della Signora 2, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Division of Radiology, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, 50134 Florence, Italy
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- Department of Clinical, Special and Dental Sciences, University Politecnica delle Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
- Department of Radiology, University Hospital “Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria delle Marche”, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical, Special and Dental Sciences, University Politecnica delle Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
- Department of Radiology, University Hospital “Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria delle Marche”, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Division of Radiology, Università degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical, Special and Dental Sciences, University Politecnica delle Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
- Department of Radiology, University Hospital “Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria delle Marche”, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Italian Society of Medical and Interventional Radiology (SIRM), SIRM Foundation, Via Della Signora 2, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Division of Radiology, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, 50134 Florence, Italy
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- Department of Applied Clinical Sciences and Biotechnology, University of L’Aquila, 67100 L’Aquila, Italy
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- Division of Radiology, “Istituto Nazionale Tumori IRCCS Fondazione Pascale—IRCCS di Napoli”, 80131 Naples, Italy
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Harji DP, McKigney N, Koh C, Solomon MJ, Griffiths B, Evans M, Heriot A, Sagar PM, Velikova G, Brown JM. Short-term outcomes of health-related quality of life in patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer: multicentre, international, cross-sectional cohort study. BJS Open 2023; 7:zrac168. [PMID: 36787174 PMCID: PMC9927560 DOI: 10.1093/bjsopen/zrac168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2022] [Revised: 11/23/2022] [Accepted: 12/02/2022] [Indexed: 02/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Overall survival rates for locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) continue to improve but the evidence concerning health-related quality of life (HrQoL) remains limited. The aim of this study was to describe the short-term HrQoL differences between patients undergoing surgical and palliative treatments for LRRC. METHODS An international, cross-sectional, observational study was undertaken at five centres across the UK and Australia. HrQoL in LRRC patients was assessed using the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) QLQ-CR29 and functional assessment of cancer therapy - colorectal (FACT-C) questionnaires and subgroups (curative versus palliative) were compared. Secondary analyses included the comparison of HrQoL according to the margin status, location of disease and type of treatment. Scores were interpreted using minimal clinically important differences (MCID) and Cohen effect size (ES). RESULTS Out of 350 eligible patients, a total of 95 patients participated, 74.0 (78.0 per cent) treated with curative intent and 21.0 (22.0 per cent) with palliative intent. Median time between LRRC diagnosis and HrQoL assessments was 4 months. Higher overall FACT-C scores denoting better HrQoL were observed in patients undergoing curative treatment, demonstrating a MCID with a mean difference of 18.5 (P < 0.001) and an ES of 0.6. Patients undergoing surgery had higher scores denoting a higher burden of symptoms for the EORTC CR29 domains of urinary frequency (P < 0.001, ES 0.3) and frequency of defaecation (P < 0.001, ES 0.4). Higher overall FACT-C scores were observed in patients who underwent an R0 resection versus an R1 resection (P = 0.051, ES 0.6). EORTC CR29 scores identified worse body image in patients with posterior/central disease (P = 0.021). Patients undergoing palliative chemoradiation reported worse HrQoL scores with a higher symptom burden on the frequency of defaecation scale compared with palliative chemotherapy (P = 0.041). CONCLUSION Several differences in short-term HrQoL outcomes between patients undergoing curative and palliative treatment for LRRC were documented. Patients undergoing curative surgery reported better overall HrQoL and a higher burden of pelvic symptoms.
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- Deena P Harji
- Clinical Trials Research Unit, Leeds Institute of Clinical Trials Research, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
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- Clinical Trials Research Unit, Leeds Institute of Clinical Trials Research, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, RPA Institute of Academic Surgery, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, RPA Institute of Academic Surgery, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Heol Maes Eglwys, Morriston, Swansea, UK
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- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- The John Goligher Department of Colorectal Surgery, St James’s University Hospital, Leeds, UK
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- Leeds Institute of Medical Research, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK
- St James’s Institute of Oncology, St James’s University Hospital, Leeds, UK
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- Clinical Trials Research Unit, Leeds Institute of Clinical Trials Research, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK
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Harji DP, Houston F, Cutforth I, Hawthornthwaite E, McKigney N, Sharpe A, Coyne P, Griffiths B. The impact of multidisciplinary team decision-making in locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer. Ann R Coll Surg Engl 2022; 104:611-617. [PMID: 35639482 PMCID: PMC9680687 DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2022.0045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Appropriate patient selection within the context of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) is key to good clinical outcomes. The current evidence base for factors that guide the decision-making process in locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC) and locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) is limited to anatomical factors. METHODS A registry-based, prospective cohort study was undertaken of patients referred to our specialist MDT between 2015 and 2019. Data were collected on patients and disease characteristics including performance status, Charlson Comorbidity Index, the English Index of Multiple Deprivation quintiles and MDT treatment decision. Curative treatment was defined as neoadjuvant treatment and surgical resection that would achieve a R0 resection, and/or complete treatment of distant metastatic disease. Palliative treatment was defined as non-surgical treatment. RESULTS In total, 325 patients were identified; 72.7% of patients with LARC and 63.6% of patients with LRRC were offered treatment with curative intent (p = 0.08). Patients with poor performance status (PS > 2; p < 0.001), severe comorbidity (p < 0.001), socio-economic deprivation (p = 0.004), a positive predictive circumferential resection margin (p = 0.005) and metastatic disease (p < 0.001) were associated with palliative treatment. Overall survival in the curative cohort was 49 months (95% confidence interval [CI] 32.4-65.5) compared with 12 months (95% CI 9.1-14.9) in the palliative cohort (p < 0.001). The presence of metastatic disease was identified as a prognostic factor for patients undergoing curative treatment (p = 0.05). The only prognostic factor identified in patients treated palliatively was performance status (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Our study identifies a number of preoperative, prognostic factors that affect MDT decision-making and overall survival.
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- The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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Rokan Z, Simillis C, Kontovounisios C, Moran B, Tekkis P, Brown G. Locally Recurrent Rectal Cancer According to a Standardized MRI Classification System: A Systematic Review of the Literature. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11123511. [PMID: 35743581 PMCID: PMC9224654 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11123511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 06/11/2022] [Accepted: 06/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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(1) Background: The classification of locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) is not currently standardized. The aim of this review was to evaluate pelvic LRRC according to the Beyond TME (BTME) classification system and to consider commonly associated primary tumour characteristics. (2) Methods: A systematic review of the literature prior to April 2020 was performed through electronic searches of the Science Citation Index Expanded, EMBASE, MEDLINE, and CENTRAL databases. The primary outcome was to assess the location and frequency of previously classified pelvic LRRC and translate this information into the BTME system. Secondary outcomes were assessing primary tumour characteristics. (3) Results: A total of 58 eligible studies classified 4558 sites of LRRC, most commonly found in the central compartment (18%), following anterior resection (44%), in patients with an 'advanced' primary tumour (63%) and following neoadjuvant radiotherapy (29%). Most patients also classified had a low rectal primary tumour. The lymph node status of the primary tumour leading to LRRC was comparable, with 52% node positive versus 48% node negative tumours. (4) Conclusions: This review evaluates the largest number of LRRCs to date using a single classification system. It has also highlighted the need for standardized reporting in order to optimise perioperative treatment planning.
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- Zena Rokan
- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, UK; (C.S.); (P.T.); (G.B.)
- Pelican Cancer Foundation, Basingstoke RG24 9NN, UK;
- Correspondence: (Z.R.); (C.K.)
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, UK; (C.S.); (P.T.); (G.B.)
- Cambridge Colorectal Unit, Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge CB2 0QQ, UK
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, UK; (C.S.); (P.T.); (G.B.)
- Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London SW3 6JJ, UK
- Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London SW10 9NH, UK
- Correspondence: (Z.R.); (C.K.)
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- Pelican Cancer Foundation, Basingstoke RG24 9NN, UK;
- Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital, Basingstoke RG24 9NA, UK
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, UK; (C.S.); (P.T.); (G.B.)
- Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London SW3 6JJ, UK
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, UK; (C.S.); (P.T.); (G.B.)
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Rogers AC, Jenkins JT, Rasheed S, Malietzis G, Burns EM, Kontovounisios C, Tekkis PP. Towards Standardisation of Technique for En Bloc Sacrectomy for Locally Advanced and Recurrent Rectal Cancer. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10214921. [PMID: 34768442 PMCID: PMC8584798 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10214921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2021] [Revised: 10/11/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Treatment strategies for advanced or recurrent rectal cancer have evolved such that the ultimate surgical goal to achieve a cure is complete pathological clearance. To achieve this where the sacrum is involved, en bloc sacrectomy is the current standard of care. Sacral resection is technically challenging and has been described; however, the technique has yet to be streamlined across units. This comprehensive review aims to outline the surgical approach to en bloc sacrectomy for locally advanced or recurrent rectal cancer, with standardisation of the operative steps of the procedure and to discuss options that enhance the technique.
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- Ailín C. Rogers
- Department of Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London SW3 6JJ, UK; (A.C.R.); (S.R.); (G.M.); (P.P.T.)
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, D07 R2WY Dublin, Ireland
- School of Medicine, University College Dublin, D04 V1W8 Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Surgery, St. Mark’s Hospital, Watford Road, Harrow HA1 3UJ, UK; (J.T.J.); (E.M.B.)
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- Department of Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London SW3 6JJ, UK; (A.C.R.); (S.R.); (G.M.); (P.P.T.)
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- Department of Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London SW3 6JJ, UK; (A.C.R.); (S.R.); (G.M.); (P.P.T.)
- Colorectal Surgical Unit, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, Chelsea, London SW10 9NH, UK
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- Department of Surgery, St. Mark’s Hospital, Watford Road, Harrow HA1 3UJ, UK; (J.T.J.); (E.M.B.)
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- Department of Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London SW3 6JJ, UK; (A.C.R.); (S.R.); (G.M.); (P.P.T.)
- Colorectal Surgical Unit, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, Chelsea, London SW10 9NH, UK
- Department of Surgery and Cancer, The Royal Marsden Campus, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and Imperial College, Paddington, London SW10 9NH, UK
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London SW3 6JJ, UK; (A.C.R.); (S.R.); (G.M.); (P.P.T.)
- Colorectal Surgical Unit, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, Chelsea, London SW10 9NH, UK
- Department of Surgery and Cancer, The Royal Marsden Campus, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and Imperial College, Paddington, London SW10 9NH, UK
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Gao Z, Gu J. Surgical treatment of locally recurrent rectal cancer: a narrative review. ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2021; 9:1026. [PMID: 34277826 PMCID: PMC8267292 DOI: 10.21037/atm-21-2298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Accepted: 06/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Objective To summarize the recent literature on surgical treatment of locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC). Background LRRC is a heterogeneous disease that requires a multidisciplinary treatment approach. The treatment and prognosis depend on the site and type of recurrence. Radical resection remains the primary method for achieving long-term survival and improving symptom control. Preoperative chemoradiotherapy can reduce tumor volume and improve the R0 resection rate. Surgeons must clearly understand pelvic anatomy, develop a detailed preoperative plan, adopt a multidisciplinary approach for the surgical resection of the tumor as well as any invaded soft tissues, vessels, and bones, and ensure proper reconstruction. However, extended radical surgery often leads to a higher risk of postoperative complications and a low quality of life. Methods We searched English-language articles with keywords “locally recurrent rectal cancer”, “surgery” and “multidisciplinary team” in PubMed published between January 2000 to October 2020. Conclusions LRRC is a complex problem. Long-term survival is not impossible following multidisciplinary treatment in appropriately selected LRRC patients. The management of LRRC relies on a specialist team that determines the biological behavior of the tumor and evaluates treatment options through multidisciplinary discussions, thereby balancing the surgical costs and benefits, alleviating postoperative complications, and improving patients’ quality of life.
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- Zhaoya Gao
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Peking University Shougang Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Peking University Shougang Hospital, Beijing, China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery III, Peking University Cancer Hospital, Beijing, China.,Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Academy for Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, Peking University, Beijing, China
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Rokan Z, Simillis C, Kontovounisios C, Moran BJ, Tekkis P, Brown G. Systematic review of classification systems for locally recurrent rectal cancer. BJS Open 2021; 5:6272170. [PMID: 33963369 PMCID: PMC8105621 DOI: 10.1093/bjsopen/zrab024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2020] [Accepted: 02/13/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Background Classification of pelvic local recurrence (LR) after surgery for primary rectal cancer is not currently standardized and optimal imaging is required to categorize anatomical site and plan treatment in patients with LR. The aim of this review was to evaluate the systems used to classify locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) and the relevant published outcomes. Methods A systematic review of the literature prior to April 2020 was performed through electronic searches of the Science Citation Index Expanded, EMBASE, MEDLINE and CENTRAL databases. The primary outcome was to review the classifications currently in use; the secondary outcome was the extraction of relevant information provided by these classification systems including prognosis, anatomy and prediction of R0 after surgery. Results A total of 21 out of 58 eligible studies, classifying LR in 2086 patients, were reviewed. Studies used at least one of the following eight classification systems proposed by institutions or institutional groups (Mayo Clinic, Memorial Sloan-Kettering – original and modified, Royal Marsden and Leeds) or authors (Yamada, Hruby and Kusters). Negative survival outcomes were associated with increased pelvic fixity, associated symptoms of LR, lateral compared with central LR and involvement of three or more pelvic compartments. A total of seven studies used MRI with specifically defined anatomical compartments to classify LR. Conclusion This review highlights the various imaging systems in use to classify LRRC and some of the prognostic indicators for survival and oncological clearance based on these systems. Implementation of an agreed classification system to document pelvic LR consistently should provide more detailed information on anatomical site of recurrence, burden of disease and standards for comparative outcome assessment.
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- Z Rokan
- Department of Radiology, Royal Marsden Hospital, London, UK.,Pelican Cancer Foundation, Basingstoke, UK.,Cambridge Colorectal Unit, Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, UK
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- Cambridge Colorectal Unit, Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, UK.,Department of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College, London, UK
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- Department of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College, London, UK.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London, UK.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London, UK
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- Pelican Cancer Foundation, Basingstoke, UK.,Department of Peritoneal Malignancy, Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital, Basingstoke, UK
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- Department of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College, London, UK.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London, UK.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology, Royal Marsden Hospital, London, UK.,Department of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College, London, UK
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Blake J, Koh CE, Steffens D, De Robles MS, Brown K, Lee P, Austin K, Solomon MJ. Outcomes following repeat exenteration for locally advanced pelvic malignancy. Colorectal Dis 2021; 23:646-652. [PMID: 33058495 DOI: 10.1111/codi.15402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2020] [Revised: 09/06/2020] [Accepted: 09/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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AIM This study aims to assess surgical outcomes and survival following first, second and third pelvic exenterations for pelvic malignancy. METHOD Consecutive patients undergoing pelvic exenteration for pelvic malignancy at a quaternary referral centre from January 1994 and December 2017 were included. Demographics and surgical outcomes were compared between patients who underwent first, second and third pelvic exenterations by generalized mixed modelling with repeated measures. Survival was assessed using Cox proportional hazards models and Kaplan-Meier plots. RESULTS Of the 642 exenterations reviewed, 29 (4.5%) were second and 6 (0.9%) were third exenterations. Patients selected for repeat exenteration were more likely to have asymptomatic local recurrences detected on routine surveillance (P < 0.001). Postoperative wound complications increased with repeat exenteration (6%, 17%, 33%; P = 0.003, respectively). Additionally, postoperative length of stay increased from 27 to 38 and 48 days, respectively (P = 0.004). Median survival from first exenteration was 4.75, 5.30 and 8.14 years respectively amongst first, second and third exenteration cohorts (P = 0.849). Median survival from the most recent exenteration was 4.75 years after a first exenteration, 2.02 years after a second exenteration and 1.45 years after a third exenteration (P = 0.0546). CONCLUSION This study demonstrates that repeat exenteration for recurrent pelvic malignancy is feasible but is associated with increased complication rates and length of admission and reduced likelihood of attaining R0 margin. Moreover, these data indicate that repeat exenteration does not afford a survival advantage compared with patients having a single exenteration. These data suggest that repeat exenteration for recurrent pelvic malignancy may be of questionable therapeutic value.
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- Joshua Blake
- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,RPA Institute of Academic Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,RPA Institute of Academic Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine and Health, Central Clinical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,RPA Institute of Academic Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Sorrentino L, Belli F, Guaglio M, Daveri E, Cosimelli M. Prediction of R0/R+ surgery by different classifications for locally recurrent rectal cancer. Updates Surg 2021; 73:539-545. [PMID: 33555570 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-020-00941-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2020] [Accepted: 12/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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A widely adopted classification system for locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) is currently missing, and the indication for surgery is not standardized. To evaluate all the published classification systems in a large monocentric cohort of LRRC patients, assessing their capability to predict a radical (R0) resection. A total of 152 consecutive LRRC patients treated at the National Cancer Institute of Milan (NCIM) from 2009 to 2017 were classified according to Pilipshen, Mayo Clinic, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), Wanebo, Yamada, Boyle, Dutch TME Trial, Royal Marsden and National Cancer Institute of Milan (NCIM) classification systems. Central location of LRRC was significantly predictive of R0 resection across all classification systems. R + resection was predicted by the "anterior" category of MSKCC (OR 2.66, p = 0.007), the "S2b" (OR 3.50, p = 0.04) and the "S3" (OR 2.70, p = 0.01) categories of NCIM, "pelvic disease through anastomosis" of Pilipshen (OR 2.89, p = 0.002), "fixed at 2 sites" of Mayo Clinic (OR 2.68, p = 0.019), and "TR4" of Wanebo (OR 3.39, p = 0.002). The NCIM was the most predictive classification for R0 surgery. The NCIM classification seems to be superior among the others in predicting R0 surgery. Generally, lateral invasive and high sacral invasive relapses are associated with reduced probability of R0 surgery and unfavorable outcomes.
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- Luca Sorrentino
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Via Venezian 1, 20133, Milan, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Via Venezian 1, 20133, Milan, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Via Venezian 1, 20133, Milan, Italy.
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- Unit of Immunotherapy of Human Tumors, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Via Venezian 1, 20133, Milan, Italy
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Preemptive Femoral-Femoral Crossover Grafting of Artery and Vein Before Pelvic Exenterative Surgery for Locally Advanced and Recurrent Pelvic Malignancy Involving the Aortoiliac Axis. Dis Colon Rectum 2021; 64:e2-e5. [PMID: 33306540 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000001819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Achieving a negative resection through a pelvic exenteration for a recurrent or an advanced pelvic malignancy offers the potential for cure. Exenterative surgical units have expanded the boundaries and redefined what constitutes resectable disease through improved surgical technique. In selected cases, contiguous tumor involvement of the aortoiliac axis requires en bloc resection and subsequent vessel reconstruction. However, vascular reconstruction can be challenging in a contaminated field during an extended radical resection. TECHNIQUE The aim of this Technical Note is to describe a novel method in the management of patients with recurrent or advanced pelvic malignancy involving the aortoiliac axis by performing preemptive femoral-femoral arterial and venous crossover grafts, with adjunctive arteriovenous loop fistula formation before undergoing an extended radical pelvic resection 4 weeks later. RESULTS Four patients have undergone preemptive femoral-femoral arterial and venous crossover grafts at our institution (median age = 60 y (range, 47-66 y); 2 women). There were no early complications, and all of the patients subsequently underwent extended radical pelvic resections for a pelvic malignancy. CONCLUSIONS Preemptive vascular reconstruction before major pelvic surgery reduces the risk of graft infection because this method avoids the wounds being contaminated by GI or genitourinary organisms. Other advantages to this technique include a reduction in the overall operating time for the pelvic exenteration, a significant reduction in the ischemia time to the lower limbs, and ensuring that the grafts are patent before embarking on major intra-abdominal surgery.
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Brown KG, Solomon MJ. Decision making, treatment planning and technical considerations in patients undergoing surgery for locally recurrent rectal cancer. SEMINARS IN COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.scrs.2020.100764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Peacock O, Smith N, Waters PS, Cheung F, McCormick JJ, Warrier SK, Wagner T, Heriot AG. Outcomes of extended radical resections for locally advanced and recurrent pelvic malignancy involving the aortoiliac axis. Colorectal Dis 2020; 22:818-823. [PMID: 31961476 DOI: 10.1111/codi.14969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2019] [Accepted: 12/15/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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AIM Currently, there is no clear consensus on the role of extended pelvic resections for locally advanced or recurrent disease involving major vascular structures. The aims of this study were to report the outcomes of consecutive patients undergoing extended resections for pelvic malignancy involving the aortoiliac axis. METHODS Prospective data were collected on patients having extended radical resections for locally advanced or recurrent pelvic malignancies, with aortoiliac axis involvement, requiring en bloc vascular resection and reconstruction, at a single institution between 2014 and 2018. RESULTS Eleven patients were included (median age 60 years; range 31-69 years; seven women). The majority required resection of both arterial and venous systems (n = 8), and the technique for vascular reconstruction was either interposition grafts or femoral-femoral crossover grafts. The median operative time was 510 min (range 330-960 min). Clear resection margins (R0) were achieved in nine patients. The median length of stay was 25 days (range 7-83 days). Seven patients did not suffer an early complication. There was one serious complication (Clavien-Dindo ≥ 3), an arterial graft occlusion secondary to thrombus in the immediate postoperative period, requiring a return to theatre and thrombectomy. The median length of follow-up in this study was 22 months (range 4-58 months). CONCLUSION This series demonstrates that en bloc major vascular resection and reconstruction can be performed safely and can achieve clear resection margins in selected patients with locally advanced or recurrent pelvic malignancy at specialist surgery centres.
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- O Peacock
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Vascular Surgery Unit, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Belli F, Sorrentino L, Gallino G, Gronchi A, Scaramuzza D, Valvo F, Cattaneo L, Cosimelli M. A proposal of an updated classification for pelvic relapses of rectal cancer to guide surgical decision-making. J Surg Oncol 2020; 122:350-359. [PMID: 32424824 DOI: 10.1002/jso.25938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2020] [Accepted: 04/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Selection of patients affected by pelvic recurrence of rectal cancer (PRRC) who are likely to achieve a R0 resection is mandatory. The aim of this study was to propose a classification for PRRC to predict both radical surgery and disease-free survival (DFS). METHODS PRRC patients treated at the National Cancer Institute of Milan (Italy) were included in the study. PRRC were classified as S1, if located centrally (S1a-S1b) or anteriorly (S1c) within the pelvis; S2, in case of sacral involvement below (S2a) or above (S2b) the second sacral vertebra; S3, in case of lateral pelvic involvement. RESULTS Of 280 reviewed PRRC patients, 152 (54.3%) were evaluated for curative surgery. The strongest predictor of R+ resection was the S3 category (OR, 6.37; P = .011). Abdominosacral resection (P = .012), anterior exenteration (P = .012) and extended rectal re-excision (P = .003) were predictive of R0 resection. S3 category was highly predictive of poor DFS (HR 2.53; P = .038). DFS was significantly improved after R0 surgery for S1 (P < .0001) and S2 (P = .015) patients but not for S3 cases (P = .525). CONCLUSIONS The proposed classification allows selection of subjects candidates to curative surgery, emphasizing that lateral pelvic involvement is the main predictor of R+ resection and independently affects the DFS.
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- Filiberto Belli
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
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- Melanoma and Sarcoma Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
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- Melanoma and Sarcoma Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
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- Radiotherapy Unit, Clinical Department, CNAO National Center for Oncological Hadrontherapy, Pavia, Italy
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- Pathology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
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Denost Q, Bousser V, Morin-Porchet C, Vincent C, Pinon E, Collin F, Martin A, Colombani F, Digue L, Ravaud A, Harji DP, Saillour-Glénisson F. The development of a regional referral pathway for locally recurrent rectal cancer: A Delphi consensus study. Eur J Surg Oncol 2019; 46:470-475. [PMID: 31866109 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2019.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2019] [Revised: 11/18/2019] [Accepted: 12/01/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The management of patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) is often complex and requires multidisciplinary input whereas only few patients are referred to a specialist centre. The aim of this study was to design a regional referral pathway for LRRC, in Nouvelle Aquitaine (South-West, France). METHODS In 2016, we conducted with a Study Steering Committee (SC) a three phase mixed-methods study including identification of key factors, identification of key stakeholders and Delphi voting consensus. During three rounds of Delphi voting, a consensus was defined as favorable, if at least 80% of participating experts rate the factor, below or equal to 3/10 using a Likert scale, or consider it as "useful" using a binary scale (third round only). Finally, the SC drafted guidelines. RESULTS Among the 423 physicians involved in 29 regional digestive Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meeting, 59 participants (from 26 MDT meeting) completed all three rounds of Delphi voting. Thirteen out of twenty initially selected factors reached a favorable consensus. All patients with a LRRC need to be included into a referral pathway. Patients with a central pelvic recurrence offered curative treatment in their local hospital and patients with unresectable metastatic disease were excluded of the referral. Key performance indicators were also agreed including the time to referral and completion of pelvic MRI-, CT-, PET-scan prior to MDT referral. CONCLUSION The development of this referral pathway represents an innovative health service, which will improve the management of patients with LRRC in France.
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- Quentin Denost
- Department of Digestive Surgery, Haut-leveque Hospital, Bordeaux University Hospital, Pessac, France.
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- Limousin Oncology-Hematology Network (ROHLim), 87000, Limoges, France.
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- Aquitaine Regional Cancer Network, 33076, Bordeaux, France.
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Haut-leveque Hospital, Bordeaux University Hospital, Pessac, France.
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- INSERM, ISPED, Centre INSERM U1219-Bordeaux Population Health, Team EMOS, F-33000, Bordeaux, France.
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Saint-André Hospital, Bordeaux University Hospital-CHU Bordeaux, France; Aquitaine Regional Cancer Network, 33076, Bordeaux, France.
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Saint-André Hospital, Bordeaux University Hospital-CHU, Bordeaux, France, University of Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France.
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Haut-leveque Hospital, Bordeaux University Hospital, Pessac, France.
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Local Therapy Options for Recurrent Rectal and Anal Cancer: Current Strategies and New Directions. CURRENT COLORECTAL CANCER REPORTS 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s11888-019-00445-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Ganeshan D, Nougaret S, Korngold E, Rauch GM, Moreno CC. Locally recurrent rectal cancer: what the radiologist should know. Abdom Radiol (NY) 2019; 44:3709-3725. [PMID: 30953096 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-019-02003-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Despite advances in surgical techniques and chemoradiation therapy, recurrent rectal cancer remains a cause of morbidity and mortality. After successful treatment of rectal cancer, patients are typically enrolled in a surveillance strategy that includes imaging as studies have shown improved prognosis when recurrent rectal cancer is detected during imaging surveillance versus based on development of symptoms. Additionally, patients who experience a complete clinical response with chemoradiation therapy may elect to enroll in a "watch-and-wait" strategy that includes imaging surveillance rather than surgical resection. Factors that increase the likelihood of recurrence, patterns of recurrence, and the imaging appearances of recurrent rectal cancer are reviewed with a focus on CT, PET CT, and MR imaging.
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- Dhakshinamoorthy Ganeshan
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1400 Pressler Street, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Montpellier Cancer Research Institute, IRCM, Montpellier Cancer Research Institute, 208 Ave des Apothicaires, 34295, Montpellier, France
- Department of Radiology, Montpellier Cancer Institute, INSERM, U1194, University of Montpellier, 208 Ave des Apothicaires, 34295, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Radiology, Oregon Health and Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, Portland, OR, 97239, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1400 Pressler Street, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, 1364 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA.
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Image-guided high-dose-rate interstitial brachytherapy for recurrent rectal cancer after salvage surgery: a case report. J Contemp Brachytherapy 2019; 11:343-348. [PMID: 31523235 PMCID: PMC6737566 DOI: 10.5114/jcb.2019.87000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2019] [Accepted: 06/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Treatment options for patients with recurrent rectal cancer in pelvis represent a significant challenge because the balance of efficiency and toxicity needs to be pursued. This case report illustrates a treatment effect of image-guided high-dose-rate interstitial brachytherapy (HDR-ISBT) for locally relapsed rectal cancer after salvage surgery. A 61-year-old male who underwent laparoscopic high anterior resection (LAP-HAR) with D3 lymph node dissection as a primary treatment for rectal cancer (pT3N0M0, well-differentiated adenocarcinoma) had relapsed locally 8 months after initial surgery, for which he underwent salvage abdominal perineal resection (APR), followed by adjuvant 8 cycles of XELOX (capecitabine and oxaliplatin) chemotherapy. He developed pelvic recurrence 1 year after the second surgery. Image-guided HDR-ISBT was performed (30 Gy/5 fractions/3 days) followed by external beam radiation therapy with 39.6 Gy in 22 fractions. There were no severe complications related to salvage radiotherapy. CEA was decreased from 24.5 ng/ml to 0.7 ng/ml, 4 months after the salvage radiotherapy. Complete response was noted on follow-up MRIs done on 2, 5, 8, and 14 months after the treatment. Hence, HDR-ISBT appears to be effective for locally recurrent rectal cancer even after salvage surgery.
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Anatomical Variations of Iliac Vein Tributaries and Their Clinical Implications During Complex Pelvic Surgeries. Dis Colon Rectum 2019; 62:809-814. [PMID: 31188181 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000001335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND During high sacrectomies and lateral pelvic compartment exenterations, isolating the external and internal iliac veins within the presacral area is crucial to avoid inadvertent injury and severe hemorrhage. Anatomical variations of external iliac vein tributaries have not been previously described, whereas multiple classifications of internal iliac vein tributaries exist. OBJECTIVE We sought to clarify the iliac venous system anatomy using soft-embalmed cadavers. DESIGN This is a descriptive study. SETTINGS This study was conducted in Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. PATIENTS We examined 40 iliac venous systems from 20 human cadavers (10 males, 10 females). INTERVENTIONS Blue resin dye infused into the inferior vena cava highlighted the iliac venous system, which was meticulously dissected and traced to their draining organs. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Iliac vein tributaries and their valvular system were documented and analyzed. RESULTS The external iliac vein classically receives 2 tributaries (inferior epigastric and deep circumflex iliac) near the inguinal ligament. However, external iliac vein tributaries in the presacral area were found in 20 venous systems among 15 cadavers (75%). The mean diameter of each tributary was 4.0 ± 0.35 mm, with 72% arising laterally. We propose a simplified classification for internal iliac vein variations: pattern 1 in 12 cadavers (60%) where a single internal iliac vein joins a single external iliac vein to drain into the common iliac vein; pattern 2 in 7 cadavers (35%) where the internal iliac vein is duplicated; and pattern 3 in 1 cadaver (5%) where bilateral internal iliac veins drain into a common trunk before joining the common iliac vein bifurcation. LIMITATIONS This study is limited by the number of cadavers included. CONCLUSIONS A comprehensive understanding of previously unreported highly prevalent external iliac vein tributaries in the presacral region is vital during complex pelvic surgery. A simplified classification of internal iliac vein variations is proposed. See Video Abstract at http://links.lww.com/DCR/A900.
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Wilson K, Waters PS, Peacock O, Heriot AG, Wagner T, Warrier SK. Multivisceral, vascular and nodal resection for recurrent rectal cancer involving the left renal tract, left pelvic side wall and abdominal aorta. ANZ J Surg 2019; 90:632-634. [DOI: 10.1111/ans.15281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2019] [Revised: 04/10/2019] [Accepted: 04/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Kasmira Wilson
- Colorectal Surgery UnitPeter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery UnitPeter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery UnitPeter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery UnitPeter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Department of Vascular SurgeryThe Royal Melbourne Hospital Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Colorectal Surgery UnitPeter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Victoria Australia
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Park Y, Kim K, Park HJ, Jeong SY, Park KJ, Han SW, Kim TY, Chie EK. Results of re-irradiation for pelvic recurrence in anorectal cancer patients. Br J Radiol 2019; 92:20180794. [PMID: 30864822 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20180794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate outcomes and toxicity profiles after re-irradiation in patients with pelvic recurrence of anorectal cancer. METHODS 25 anorectal cancer patients who received re-irradiation for pelvic recurrence between 2005 and 2015 were included. For initial treatment, all patients underwent surgical resection and preoperative or postoperative radiotherapy. RESULTS The median follow-up duration was 21.5 months (range, 2.9-84.4). After a median of 43.3 months (range, 11.7-218.5), patients received re-irradiation with a median dose of 45 Gy (range, 36-60). The equivalent dose in 2 Gy fractions (EQD2) of re-irradiation-calculated using α/β = 10 Gy-ranged from 34.5 to 84.0 Gy (median, 46.4). Surgical resection was performed for 11 patients, and 14 patients received concurrent chemotherapy with re-irradiation. The 3-year local progression-free survival was 29.7%. The 3-year overall survival was 49.7%. Concurrent chemotherapy with re-irradiation and re-irradiation doses >50 Gy EQD2α/β=10 were significant prognostic factors for local progression free survival and overall survival according to multivariate analysis. 90% (9 of 10) of patients with symptoms had improvement after re-irradiation. Among 23 patients available for evaluation of late toxicity, 12 developed late toxicities. There were no Grade 4 late toxicities, and 6 patients had Grade 3 late toxicities (small bowel obstruction, bowel perforation and fistula). CONCLUSION Re-irradiation for pelvic recurrence of anorectal cancer improved symptoms of patients but the rate of late toxicity was high. Further investigation for patient selection is required. ADVANCES IN KNOWLEDGE Re-irradiation could be considered as a possible option for pelvic recurrence of anorectal cancer in selected patients.
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- Younghee Park
- 1 Department of Radiation Oncology, Soonchunhyang University Seoul Hospital , Seoul , Republic of Korea
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- 2 Department of Radiation Oncology, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine , Republic of Korea
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- 3 Department of Radiation Oncology, Hanyang University College of Medicine , Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- 4 Department of Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine , Seoul , Republic of Korea
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- 4 Department of Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine , Seoul , Republic of Korea
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- 5 Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine , Seoul , Republic of Korea
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- 5 Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine , Seoul , Republic of Korea
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- 6 Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University College of Medicine , Seoul , Republic of Korea
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Westberg K, Palmer G, Hjern F, Holm T, Martling A. Population-based study of surgical treatment with and without tumour resection in patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer. Br J Surg 2019; 106:790-798. [PMID: 30776087 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.11098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2018] [Revised: 10/26/2018] [Accepted: 11/23/2018] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Population-based studies of treatment of locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) are lacking. The aim was to investigate the surgical treatment of patients with LRRC at a national population-based level. METHODS All patients undergoing abdominal resection for primary rectal cancer between 1995 and 2002 in Sweden with LRRC as a first event were included. Detailed information about treatment, complications and outcomes was collected from the medical records. The patients were analysed in three groups: patients who had resection of the LRRC, those treated without tumour resection and patients who received best supportive care only. RESULTS In all, 426 patients were included in the study. Of these, 149 (35·0 per cent) underwent tumour resection, 193 (45·3 per cent) had treatment without tumour resection and 84 (19·7 per cent) received best supportive care. Abdominoperineal resection was the most frequent surgical procedure, performed in 65 patients (43·6 per cent of those who had tumour resection). Thirteen patients had total pelvic exenteration. In total, 63·8 per cent of those whose tumour was resected had potentially curative surgery. After tumour resection, 62 patients (41·6 per cent) had a complication within 30 days. Patients who received surgical treatment without tumour resection had a lower complication rate but a significantly higher 30-day mortality rate than those who underwent tumour resection (10 versus 1·3 per cent respectively; P = 0·002). Of all patients included in the study, 22·3 per cent had potentially curative treatment and the 3-year survival rate for these patients was 56 per cent. CONCLUSION LRRC is a serious condition with overall poor outcome. Patients undergoing curative surgery have an acceptable survival rate but substantial morbidity. There is room for improvement in the management of patients with LRRC.
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- K Westberg
- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet and Division of Surgery, Danderyd Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet and Center of Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Karolinska Institutet and Center of Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet and Center of Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet and Center of Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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Takahashi J, Tsujinaka S, Kakizawa N, Takayama N, Machida E, Iseya K, Hasegawa F, Kikugawa R, Miyakura Y, Suzuki K, Rikiyama T. Surgical Resection with Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy for Locoregionally Recurrent Appendiceal Cancer Invading the External Iliac Vessels. Case Rep Surg 2018; 2018:1674279. [PMID: 30155335 PMCID: PMC6098845 DOI: 10.1155/2018/1674279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2018] [Revised: 06/10/2018] [Accepted: 07/24/2018] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Recent advancements in multimodal therapy can provide oncologic benefits for patients with recurrent colorectal cancer. This report presents a case of locoregionally recurrent appendiceal cancer treated with neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by surgical resection with vascular reconstruction. A 68-year-old Japanese woman was diagnosed with appendiceal cancer and underwent ileocecal resection. The pathological evaluation revealed KRAS-mutant adenocarcinoma with the final stage of T4bN1M0. She received oral fluorouracil-based adjuvant chemotherapy. One year later, she was found to have peritoneal dissemination in the pelvic cavity and vaginal metastasis. She received an oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy followed by surgical resection. One year after the second surgery, she developed a locoregional recurrence involving the right external iliac vessels and small intestine. She received an irinotecan-based regimen with bevacizumab as neoadjuvant chemotherapy, followed by surgical resection. At first, a femoro-femoral bypass was made to secure the blood supply to the right lower extremities. Subsequently, an en bloc resection including the recurrent tumor and the external iliac vessels was completed. Surgical resection for recurrent colorectal cancer is often technically challenging because of the tumor location and invasion to adjacent organs. In this case, a surgical approach with persistent chemotherapy achieved oncologic resection of locoregionally recurrent appendiceal cancer.
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- Jun Takahashi
- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanumacho, Omiya, Saitama-shi, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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Advanced primary and recurrent colorectal cancer can be successfully treated by experienced, dedicated centers delivering good outcomes with low mortality and morbidity. Development and implementation of a comprehensive referral pathway is to be encouraged. Multidisciplinary team management is essential in the management of this complex group of patients and is associated with significantly more complete preoperative evaluation and more accurate provision of patient information, as well as improved access to the most appropriate individualized management plan. A structured selection process can improve outcomes through standardized approaches to service delivery to provide the highest quality of care.
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- Christos Kontovounisios
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, The Royal Marsden Hospital, Chelsea, London, United Kingdom.,Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, The Royal Marsden Hospital, Chelsea, London, United Kingdom.,Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College, London, United Kingdom
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Management and prognosis of locally recurrent rectal cancer - A national population-based study. Eur J Surg Oncol 2017; 44:100-107. [PMID: 29224985 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2017.11.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2017] [Revised: 10/27/2017] [Accepted: 11/16/2017] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The rate of local recurrence of rectal cancer (LRRC) has decreased but the condition remains a therapeutic challenge. This study aimed to examine treatment and prognosis in patients with LRRC in Sweden. Special focus was directed towards potential differences between geographical regions and time periods. METHOD All patients with LRRC as first event, following primary surgery for rectal cancer performed during the period 1995-2002, were included in this national population-based cohort-study. Data were collected from the Swedish Colorectal Cancer Registry and from medical records. The cohort was divided into three time periods, based on the date of diagnosis of the LRRC. RESULTS In total, 426 patients fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Treatment with curative intent was performed in 149 patients (35%), including 121 patients who had a surgical resection of the LRRC. R0-resection was achieved in 64 patients (53%). Patients with a non-centrally located tumour were more likely to have positive resection margins (R1/R2) (OR 5.02, 95% CI:2.25-11.21). Five-year survival for patients resected with curative intent was 43% after R0-resection and 14% after R1-resection. There were no significant differences in treatment intention or R0-resection rate between time periods or regions. The risk of any failure was significantly higher in R1-resected patients compared with R0-resected patients (HR 2.04, 95% CI:1.22-3.40). CONCLUSION A complete resection of the LRRC is essential for potentially curative treatment. Time period and region had no influence on either margin status or prognosis.
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Westberg K, Palmer G, Hjern F, Nordenvall C, Johansson H, Holm T, Martling A. Population-based study of factors predicting treatment intention in patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer. Br J Surg 2017; 104:1866-1873. [DOI: 10.1002/bjs.10645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2017] [Revised: 06/08/2017] [Accepted: 06/15/2017] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Background
Local recurrence of rectal cancer (LRRC) is associated with poor survival unless curative treatment is performed. The aim of this study was to investigate predictive factors for treatment with curative intent in patients with LRRC.
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Population-based data for patients treated for primary rectal cancer between 1995 and 2002, and with LRRC reported as first event were collected from the Swedish Colorectal Cancer Registry and medical records. The associations between patient-, primary tumour- and LRRC-related factors and intention of the treatment for LRRC were determined. The impact of the identified predictive factors on prognosis after treatment with curative intent was also assessed.
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A total of 426 patients were included in the study, of whom 149 (35·0 per cent) received treatment with curative intent. Factors significantly associated with treatment of the LRRC with palliative intent were primary surgery with abdominoperineal resection (odds ratio (OR) 5·16, 95 per cent c.i. 2·97 to 8·97), age at diagnosis of LRRC at least 80 years (OR 4·82, 2·37 to 9·80), symptoms at diagnosis (OR 2·79, 1·56 to 5·01) and non-central location of the LRRC (OR 1·79, 1·15 to 2·79). The overall 5-year survival rate was 8·9 per cent for all patients and 23·1 per cent among those treated with curative intent. In patients treated with curative intent, factors associated with increased risk of death were age 80 years or more (hazard ratio (HR) 2·44, 95 per cent c.i. 1·55 to 3·86), presence of symptoms (HR 1·92, 1·20 to 3·05), non-central tumour location (HR 1·51, 1·01 to 2·26) and presence of hydronephrosis (HR 2·02, 1·18 to 3·44).
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Non-central location of the LRRC, presence of symptoms and age at least 80 years at diagnosis of the LRRC were associated with treatment with palliative intent.
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- K Westberg
- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institute and Division of Surgery, Danderyd Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institute and Centre for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Karolinska Institute and Division of Surgery, Danderyd Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institute and Centre for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Oncology–Pathology, Karolinska Institute, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institute and Centre for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institute and Centre for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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Pelvic Exenteration Surgery: The Evolution of Radical Surgical Techniques for Advanced and Recurrent Pelvic Malignancy. Dis Colon Rectum 2017; 60:745-754. [PMID: 28594725 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000000839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 92] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Pelvic exenteration was first described by Alexander Brunschwig in 1948 in New York as a palliative procedure for recurrent carcinoma of the cervix. Because of initially high rates of morbidity and mortality, the practice of this ultraradical operation was largely confined to a small number of American centers for most of the 20 century. The post-World War II era saw advances in anaesthesia, blood transfusion, and intensive care medicine that would facilitate the evolution of more radical and heroic abdominal and pelvic surgery. In the last 3 decades, pelvic exenteration has continued to evolve into one of the most important treatments for locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer. This review aimed to explore the evolution of pelvic exenteration surgery and to identify the pioneering surgeons, seminal articles, and novel techniques that have led to its current status as the procedure of choice for locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer.
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Lee DJK, Sagar PM, Sadadcharam G, Tan KY. Advances in surgical management for locally recurrent rectal cancer: How far have we come? World J Gastroenterol 2017; 23:4170-4180. [PMID: 28694657 PMCID: PMC5483491 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v23.i23.4170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2017] [Revised: 03/31/2017] [Accepted: 05/09/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) is a complex disease with far-reaching implications for the patient. Until recently, research was limited regarding surgical techniques that can increase the ability to perform an en bloc resection with negative margins. This has changed in recent years and therefore outcomes for these patients have improved. Novel radical techniques and adjuncts allow for more radical resections thereby improving the chance of negative resection margins and outcomes. In the past contraindications to surgery included anterior involvement of the pubic bone, sacral invasions above the level of S2/S3 and lateral pelvic wall involvement. However, current data suggests that previously unresectable cases may now be feasible with novel techniques, surgical approaches and reconstructive surgery. The publications to date have only reported small patient pools with the research conducted by highly specialised units. Moreover, the short and long-term oncological outcomes are currently under review. Therefore although surgical options for LRRC have expanded significantly, one should balance the treatment choices available against the morbidity associated with the procedure and select the right patient for it.
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The Evolution of Pelvic Exenteration Practice at a Single Center: Lessons Learned from over 500 Cases. Dis Colon Rectum 2017; 60:627-635. [PMID: 28481857 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000000825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Considerable progress has been made in the management of patients with locally advanced or recurrent cancers of the pelvis over the past 60 years since the inception of pelvic exenteration. Early progress in pelvic exenteration was marred by the high surgical mortality and morbidity, which drew scepticism from the broader surgical community. Subsequent evolution in the procedure hinged on establishing surgical safety and a better understanding of outcome predictors. Surgical mortality from pelvic exenteration is now comparable to that of elective resection for primary colorectal cancers. The importance of a clear resection margin is also now well established in providing durable local control and predicting long-term survival that, in turn, has driven the development of novel surgical techniques for pelvic side wall resection, en bloc sacrectomy, and pubic bone resection. A tailored surgical approach depending on the location of the tumor with resection of contiguously involved organs, yet preserving uninvolved organs to minimize unnecessary surgical morbidity, is paramount. Despite improved surgical and oncological outcomes, surgical morbidity following pelvic exenteration remains high with reported complication rates ranging between 20% and 80%. Extended antibiotic prophylaxis and preemptive parenteral nutrition in the immediate postoperative period may reduce septic and nutritional complications. A high index of suspicion is needed in the early diagnosis and management of complications that may avoid prolonged duration of hospitalization. An acceptable quality of life has been reported among patients after pelvic exenteration. Further research into novel chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and reconstructive options are currently underway and are needed to further improve outcomes.
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Systematic Review of Pelvic Exenteration With En Bloc Sacrectomy for Recurrent Rectal Adenocarcinoma: R0 Resection Predicts Disease-free Survival. Dis Colon Rectum 2017; 60:346-352. [PMID: 28177998 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000000737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND The management of recurrent rectal cancer is challenging. At the present time, pelvic exenteration with en bloc sacrectomy offers the only hope of a lasting cure. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to evaluate clinical outcome measures and complication rates following sacrectomy for recurrent rectal cancer. DATA SOURCES A search was conducted on Pub Med for English language articles relevant to sacrectomy for recurrent rectal cancer with no time limitations. STUDY SELECTION Studies reported sacrectomy with survival data for recurrent rectal adenocarcinoma. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Disease-free survival following sacrectomy for recurrent rectal cancer was the main outcome measured. RESULTS A total of 220 patients with recurrent rectal cancer were included from 7 studies, of which 160 were men and 60 were women. Overall median operative time was 717 (570-992) minutes and blood loss was 3.7 (1.7-6.2) L. An R0 (>1-mm resection margin) resection was achieved in 78% of patients. Disease-free survival associated with R0 resection was 55% at a median follow-up period of 33 (17-60) months; however, none of the patients with R1 (<1-mm resection margin) survived this period. Postoperative complication rates and median length of stay were found to decrease with more distal sacral transection levels. In contrast, R1 resection rates increased with more distal transection. LIMITATION The studies assessed by this review were retrospective case series and thus are subject to significant bias. CONCLUSION Sacrectomy performed for patients with recurrent rectal cancer is associated with significant postoperative morbidity. Morbidity and postoperative length of stay increase with the level of sacral transection. Nevertheless, approximately half of patients eligible for rectal excision with en bloc sacrectomy may benefit from disease-free survival for up to 33 months, with R0 resection predicting disease-free survival in the medium term.
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Validation of MRI and Surgical Decision Making to Predict a Complete Resection in Pelvic Exenteration for Recurrent Rectal Cancer. Dis Colon Rectum 2017; 60:144-151. [PMID: 28059910 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000000766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND The main predictor of long-term survival in patients with recurrent rectal cancer is surgical resection with a clear resection margin. MRI plays a role in patient selection and surgical planning. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to validate MRI in determining pelvic involvement by comparing MRI to histological outcomes, to assess the effect of MRI on surgical planning by comparing MRI findings with the surgical procedure, and to compare MRI anatomical involvement with resection outcome to assess if MRI can predict a clear resection margin. DESIGN Retrospective study reviewing prepelvic exenteration MRI and correlating organ, involving an MRI with pathological involvement and surgical outcomes. SETTINGS Single quaternary referral center with a special interest in pelvic exenteration. PATIENTS The patients included 40 men and 22 women with median age of 60 years who had locally recurrent rectal cancer. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The accuracy of MRI as measured using sensitivity and specificity by correlating MRI involvement with pathological involvement was the primary outcome measured. RESULTS Recurrence in the anterior and central compartments was identified with accuracy on MRI and was likely to be associated with clear resection margins. MRI was less accurate at determining pelvic sidewall involvement. Lateral recurrence, high sacral, and nerve involvement were more likely to be associated with a positive resection margin. Sensitivity and specificity for pelvic sidewall structures was 46% and 91%. Involvement of nerve roots (60%-69%) and the upper sacrum (80%) on MRI was more likely to predict a positive resection margin than involvement of major pelvic viscera (22%). LIMITATIONS This study was limited by its retrospective nature. CONCLUSIONS MRI findings can be used to help predict resection margin. Prospective work with MRI interpretation and close correlation and involvement by pathologists is needed to address imaging and surgical limitations at the pelvic sidewall and high posterior margin.
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González-Castillo A, Biondo S, García-Granero Á, Cambray M, Martínez-Villacampa M, Kreisler E. Resultados de la cirugía de la recidiva pélvica de cáncer de recto. Experiencia en un centro de referencia. Cir Esp 2016; 94:518-524. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2016.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2016] [Revised: 08/02/2016] [Accepted: 08/02/2016] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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Kokelaar RF, Evans MD, Davies M, Harris DA, Beynon J. Locally advanced rectal cancer: management challenges. Onco Targets Ther 2016; 9:6265-6272. [PMID: 27785074 PMCID: PMC5066998 DOI: 10.2147/ott.s100806] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Between 5% and 10% of patients with rectal cancer present with locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC), and 10% of rectal cancers recur after surgery, of which half are limited to locoregional disease only (locally recurrent rectal cancer). Exenterative surgery offers the best long-term outcomes for patients with LARC and locally recurrent rectal cancer so long as a complete (R0) resection is achieved. Accurate preoperative multimodal staging is crucial in assessing the potential operability of advanced rectal tumors, and resectability may be enhanced with neoadjuvant therapies. Unfortunately, surgical options are limited when the tumor involves the lateral pelvic sidewall or high sacrum due to the technical challenges of achieving histological clearance, and must be balanced against the high morbidity associated with resection of the bony pelvis and significant lymphovascular structures. This group of patients is usually treated palliatively and subsequently survival is poor, which has led surgeons to seek innovative new solutions, as well as revisit previously discarded radical approaches. A small number of centers are pioneering new techniques for resection of beyond-total mesorectal excision tumors, including en bloc resections of the sciatic notch and composite resections of the first two sacral vertebrae. Despite limited experience, these new techniques offer the potential for radical treatment of previously inoperable tumors. This narrative review sets out the challenges facing the management of LARCs and discusses evolving management options.
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- R F Kokelaar
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singleton Hospital, Swansea, UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singleton Hospital, Swansea, UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singleton Hospital, Swansea, UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singleton Hospital, Swansea, UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singleton Hospital, Swansea, UK
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Warrier SK, Heriot AG, Lynch AC. Surgery for Locally Recurrent Rectal Cancer: Tips, Tricks, and Pitfalls. Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2016; 29:114-22. [PMID: 27247536 DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1580723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Rectal cancer can recur locally in up to 10% of the patients who undergo definitive resection for their primary cancer. Surgical salvage is considered appropriate in the curative setting as well as select cases with palliative intent. Disease-free survival following salvage resection is dependent upon achieving an R0 resection margin. A clear understanding of applied surgical anatomy, appropriate preoperative planning, and a multidisciplinary approach to aggressive soft tissue, bony, and vascular resection with appropriate reconstruction is necessary. Technical tips, tricks, and pitfalls that may assist in managing these cancers are discussed and the roles of additional boost radiation and intraoperative radiation therapy in the management of such cancers are also discussed.
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- Satish K Warrier
- Department of Cancer Surgery, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Department of Colorectal Surgery, Alfred Health, Melbourne,Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Cancer Surgery, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Cancer Surgery, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Denost Q, Saillour F, Masya L, Martinaud HM, Guillon S, Kret M, Rullier E, Quintard B, Solomon M. Benchmarking trial between France and Australia comparing management of primary rectal cancer beyond TME and locally recurrent rectal cancer (PelviCare Trial): rationale and design. BMC Cancer 2016; 16:262. [PMID: 27044252 PMCID: PMC4820920 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-016-2286-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2015] [Accepted: 03/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Among patients with rectal cancer, 5-10% have a primary rectal cancer beyond the total mesorectal excision plane (PRC-bTME) and 10% recur locally following primary surgery (LRRC). In both cases, patients 'care remains challenging with a significant worldwide variation in practice regarding overall management and criteria for operative intervention. These variations in practice can be explained by structural and organizational differences, as well as cultural dissimilarities. However, surgical resection of PRC-bTME and LRRC provides the best chance of long-term survival after complete resection (R0). With regards to the organization of the healthcare system and the operative criteria for these patients, France and Australia seem to be highly different. A benchmarking-type analysis between French and Australian clinical practice, with regards to the care and management of PRC-bTME and LRRC, would allow understanding of patients' care and management structures as well as individual and collective mechanisms of operative decision-making in order to ensure equitable practice and improve survival for these patients. METHODS/DESIGN The current study is an international Benchmarking trial comparing two cohorts of 120 consecutive patients with non-metastatic PRC-bTME and LRRC. Patients with curative and palliative treatment intent are included. The study design has three main parts: (1) French and Australian cohorts including clinical, radiological and surgical data, quality of life (MOS SF36, FACT-C) and distress level (Distress thermometer) at the inclusion, 6 and 12 months; (2) experimental analyses consisting of a blinded inter-country reading of pelvic MRI to assess operatory decisions; (3) qualitative analyses based on MDT meeting observation, semi-structured interviews and focus groups of health professional attendees and conducted by a research psychologist in both countries using the same guides. The primary endpoint will be the clinical resection rate. Secondary end points will be concordance rate between French and Australian operative decisions based on the inter-country reading MRI, post-operative mortality and morbidity rates, oncological outcomes based on resection status and one-year overall and disease-free survival, patients' quality of life and distress level. Qualitative analysis will compare obstacles and facilitators of operative decision-making between both countries. DISCUSSION Benchmarking can be defined as a comparison and learning process which will allow, in the context of PRC-bTME and LRRC, to understand and to share the whole process management of these patientsbetween Farnce and Australia. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT02551471 . (date of registration: 09/14/2015).
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- Quentin Denost
- Department of Digestive Surgery, CHU Bordeaux, Saint André Hospital, Bordeaux, F-33075, France. .,Université Bordeaux Segalen, Bordeaux, F-33076, France. .,Service de Chirurgie Digestive, Hôpital Saint-André, 33075, Bordeaux, France.
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- Unité Méthodes Evaluation en Santé, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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- Surgical Outcome Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, CHU Bordeaux, Saint André Hospital, Bordeaux, F-33075, France.,Université Bordeaux Segalen, Bordeaux, F-33076, France
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, CHU Bordeaux, Saint André Hospital, Bordeaux, F-33075, France.,Université Bordeaux Segalen, Bordeaux, F-33076, France
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- Unité de Soutien Méthodologique à la Recherche Clinique et Epidémiologique du CHU de Bordeaux (USMR), Université Bordeaux Segalen, Case 75, 146 rue Léo Saignat, 33076, Bordeaux, France
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, CHU Bordeaux, Saint André Hospital, Bordeaux, F-33075, France.,Université Bordeaux Segalen, Bordeaux, F-33076, France
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- Laboratory of Psychology, Université Victor Segalen Bordeaux 2, Bordeaux, France
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- Surgical Outcome Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Shaikh I, Holloway I, Aston W, Littler S, Burling D, Antoniou A, Jenkins JT. High subcortical sacrectomy: a novel approach to facilitate complete resection of locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer with high (S1-S2) sacral extension. Colorectal Dis 2016; 18:386-92. [PMID: 26638828 DOI: 10.1111/codi.13226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2015] [Accepted: 10/08/2015] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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AIM R0 resection of locally advanced or recurrent rectal cancer is the key determinant of outcome. Disease extension high on the sacrum has been considered a contraindication to surgery because of associated morbidity and difficulty in achieving complete pathological resection. Total sacrectomy has a high morbidity with poor function. METHOD We describe a novel technique of high subcortical sacrectomy (HiSS) to facilitate complete resection of disease extending to the upper sacrum at S1 and S2 to avoid high or total sacrectomy or a nonoperative approach to management. Details of patient demographics, radiology, operative details, postoperative histology, length of hospital stay and complications were entered into a prospectively maintained electronic patient database. All patients had had preoperative chemoradiotherapy. RESULTS During 2013-2014, five patients, including three with advanced primary cancer and two with recurrent rectal cancer, underwent excision using this approach. All patients had an R0 resection. Four patients had a minor postoperative complication (Clavien-Dindo Grades I and II) and one had a major complication (Clavien-Dindo Grade IIIb). There was no mortality at 90 days, and four patients were disease free at a median of 18 months. CONCLUSION Patients with locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer involving the upper sacrum may be rendered suitable for potentially curative radical resection with a modified approach to sacral resection. This pilot series suggests that this novel technique results in a high rate of complete pathological resection with acceptable morbidity in patients for whom the alternatives would have been an incomplete resection, a total sacrectomy or nonoperative management.
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- I Shaikh
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Norfolk and Norwich University hospital, Norwich and St Mark's hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Northwick Park Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, London, Stanmore, UK
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- Department of Anaesthetics, St Mark's Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology, St Mark's Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Surgery, St Mark's Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Surgery, St Mark's Hospital, London, UK
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Oncological Outcomes. Updates Surg 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/978-88-470-5767-8_11] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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La Torre F, Giuliani G. Clinical Presentation and Classifications. Updates Surg 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/978-88-470-5767-8_2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Denost Q, Faucheron J, Lefevre J, Panis Y, Cotte E, Rouanet P, Jafari M, Capdepont M, Rullier E, Pezet, Tuech, Benchimol, Massard, Prudhomme, Gainant, Regimbeau, Chenet, Pautrat, Paineau, Peluchon, Elias, Dumont, Evrard, Beaulieu, Mabrut, Vaudois, Rio, Gouthi, Mauvais, Bresler, Boissel, Tiret, Parc, Glehen, Rohr, Sastre, Paineau, Chenet, Fancois, Singier, Voirin, Risse, Quenet, Joyeux, Saint-Aubert, Khalil. French current management and oncological results of locally recurrent rectal cancer. Eur J Surg Oncol 2015; 41:1645-52. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2015.09.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2015] [Revised: 08/26/2015] [Accepted: 09/22/2015] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Harji DP, Koh C, Solomon M, Velikova G, Sagar PM, Brown J. Development of a conceptual framework of health-related quality of life in locally recurrent rectal cancer. Colorectal Dis 2015; 17:954-64. [PMID: 25760765 DOI: 10.1111/codi.12944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2014] [Accepted: 02/09/2015] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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AIM The surgical management of locally recurrent rectal cancer (LRRC) has become widely accepted to afford cure and improve quality of life in this subset of patients. Thus far, traditional surgical and oncological markers have been used to highlight the success of surgical intervention. The use of patient-reported outcomes, specifically health-related quality of life (HRQoL), is sparse in these patients. This may be in part due to the lack of well-designed, validated instruments. This study identifies HRQoL issues relevant to patients undergoing surgery for LRRC, with the aim of developing a conceptual framework of HRQoL specific to LRRC to enable measurement of patient-reported outcomes in this cohort of patients. METHOD Qualitative focus groups were undertaken at two institutions to identify relevant HRQoL themes. The principles of thematic content analysis were used to analysis data. NViVo10 was used to analyse data. RESULTS Twenty-one patients participated in six consecutive focus groups. Two patterns of themes emerged related to HRQoL and healthcare service delivery and utilization. Identified themes related to HRQoL included symptoms, sexual function, psychological impact, role and social functioning and future perspective. Under healthcare service and delivery and utilization the subdomain of disease management, treatment expectations and healthcare professionals were identified. CONCLUSION This is the first qualitative study undertaken exclusively in patients with LRRC to ascertain relevant HRQoL outcomes. The impact of LRRC on patients is wide-ranging and extends beyond traditional HRQoL outcomes. The study operationalizes the identified outcomes into a conceptual framework, which will provide the basis for the development of a LRRC-specific patient-reported outcome measure.
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- D P Harji
- School of Medicine and Health, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK.,The John Goligher Colorectal Unit, St James' University Hospital, Leeds, UK
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Discipline of Surgery, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Leeds Institute of Cancer and Oncology, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK.,St James's Institute of Oncology, St James's University Hospital, Leeds, UK
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- The John Goligher Colorectal Unit, St James' University Hospital, Leeds, UK
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- Clinical Trials Research Unit, Leeds Institute of Clinical Trials Research, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK
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Solomon MJ, Brown KGM, Koh CE, Lee P, Austin KKS, Masya L. Lateral pelvic compartment excision during pelvic exenteration. Br J Surg 2015; 102:1710-7. [PMID: 26694992 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.9915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2015] [Revised: 05/05/2015] [Accepted: 07/08/2015] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Involvement of the lateral compartment remains a relative or absolute contraindication to pelvic exenteration in most units. Initial experience with exenteration in the authors' unit produced a 21 per cent clear margin rate (R0), which improved to 53 per cent by adopting a novel technique for en bloc resection of the iliac vessels and other side-wall structures. The objective of this study was to report morbidity and oncological outcomes in consecutive exenterations involving the lateral compartment. METHODS Patients undergoing pelvic exenteration between 1994 and 2014 were eligible for review. RESULTS Two hundred consecutive patients who had en bloc resection of the lateral compartment were included. R0 resection was achieved in 66·5 per cent of 197 patients undergoing surgery for cancer and 68·9 per cent of planned curative resections. For patients with colorectal cancer, a clear resection margin was associated with a significant overall survival benefit (P = 0·030). Median overall and disease-free survival in this group was 41 and 27 months respectively. Overall 1-, 3- and 5-year survival rates were 86, 46 and 35 per cent respectively. No predictors of survival were identified on univariable analysis other than margin status and operative intent. Excision of the common or external iliac vessels or sciatic nerve did not confer a survival disadvantage. CONCLUSION The continuing evolution of radical pelvic exenteration techniques has seen an improvement in R0 margin status from 21 to 66·5 per cent over a 20-year interval by routine adoption of a more lateral anatomical plane. Five-year overall survival rates are comparable with those for more centrally based tumours.
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- M J Solomon
- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Sydney Local Health District and Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, New South Wales, Australia.,Institute of Academic Surgery at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney Local Health District, New South Wales, Australia.,Discipline of Surgery, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Sydney Local Health District and Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Sydney Local Health District and Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, New South Wales, Australia.,Institute of Academic Surgery at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney Local Health District, New South Wales, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Sydney Local Health District and Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, New South Wales, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Sydney Local Health District and Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, New South Wales, Australia
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- Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe), Sydney Local Health District and Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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