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Radiotherapy and rectal cancer
Author(s) -
Kligerman Morton M.
Publication year - 1977
Publication title -
cancer
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.052
H-Index - 304
eISSN - 1097-0142
pISSN - 0008-543X
DOI - 10.1002/1097-0142(197702)39:2+<896::aid-cncr2820390728>3.0.co;2-e
Subject(s) - medicine , radiation therapy , colostomy , colorectal cancer , surgery , adjuvant , cancer , adjuvant radiotherapy , oncology
Studies utilizing preoperative radiotherapy as an adjunct to surgery are reviewed, with results indicating marked increase in survival. Results of postoperative irradiation also appear beneficial, although less extensive data are available. Irradiation for inoperable and recurrent rectal cancer has demonstrated symptomatic relief, particularly avoidance of colostomy, and can render some patients operable and resectable. Adjuvant immunotherapy after irradiation and operation is suggested for further research.