Evaluation of the frequency and pattern of local recurrence following intersphincteric resection for ultra-low rectal cancer

Evaluation of the frequency and pattern of local recurrence following intersphincteric resection for ultra-low rectal cancer

Introduction: Abdomino-perineal resection has been the standard treatment for rectal tumors located ⩽5 cm from the anal verge. Recently, intersphincteric resection became a valid option which preserves the bowel continuity with better functional outcome. Aim: Is to evaluate the oncological and funct...

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Main Authors: W. Abdel-Gawad, A. Zaghloul, I. Fakhr, M. Sakr, A. Shabana, M. Lotayef, O. Mansour
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2014-06-01
Series:Journal of the Egyptian National Cancer Institute
Subjects:
Intersphincteric resection
Local recurrence
Low rectal cancer
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1110036214000053

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