Parallel pathways: A chronicle of evolution in rectal and breast cancer surgery

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World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology

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World J Gastrointest Oncol. Apr 15, 2024; 16(4): 1091-1096
Published online Apr 15, 2024. doi: 10.4251/wjgo.v16.i4.1091

Parallel pathways: A chronicle of evolution in rectal and breast cancer surgery

Antonio Pesce, Nicolò Fabbri, Diletta Iovino, Carlo Vittorio Feo

Antonio Pesce, Nicolò Fabbri, Diletta Iovino, Carlo Vittorio Feo, Unit of General Surgery, University of Ferrara, Azienda USL of Ferrara, Ferrara 44023, Lagosanto, Italy

Author contributions: Pesce A designed the research; Pesce A, Fabbri N and Diletta Iovino researched and wrote the manuscript; Feo CV supervised the paper; all authors have read and approved the final manuscript.

Conflict-of-interest statement: The corresponding author declares that the manuscript is submitted on behalf of all authors. All authors declare that they have no competing interests.

Corresponding author: Antonio Pesce, FACS, MD, PhD, Adjunct Professor, Surgeon, Unit of General Surgery, University of Ferrara, Azienda USL of Ferrara, Via Valle Oppio 2, Ferrara 44023, Lagosanto, Italy. antonio.pesce@ausl.fe.it

Received: October 26, 2023
Peer-review started: October 26, 2023
First decision: January 6, 2024
Revised: January 14, 2024
Accepted: February 1, 2024
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Published online: April 15, 2024
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Abstract

In this editorial, we have analyzed the historical evolution of rectal and breast cancer surgery, focusing on the progressive reduction of demolitive approaches and the increasing use of more conservative strategies, accompanied by a growing emphasis on perioperative treatments aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes. All of these changes have been made possible due to an increased awareness and understanding of oncological diseases and improved perioperative treatments.

Keywords: Rectal cancer; History; Breast surgery; Demolitive treatment; Conservative surgery

Core Tip: Rectal and breast cancer surgeries share similar historical pathways. An enhanced comprehension of oncological diseases has led to a significant shift towards more conservative strategies with the primary objective of enhancing surgical outcomes and the quality of life for patients. Research and ongoing advancements continue to shape the future of cancer surgery.