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01-06-2020 | Magnetic Resonance Imaging | Video Forum
A mathematical 3D-method applied to MRI to evaluate prostatic infiltration in advanced rectal cancer
Authors:
A. Garcia-Granero, G. Pellino, F. Giner, M. Frasson, D. Fletcher-Sanfeliu, V. P. Romaguera, B. Flor-Lorente, M. Gamundi, L. Brogi, D. Garcia-Calderón, F. X. Gonzalez-Argente, E. Garcia-Granero
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Techniques in Coloproctology
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Issue 6/2020
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Excerpt
Microscopically tumor-free resection margins (R0) are the most important prognostic factor for locally advanced primary rectal cancer (LAPRC) [
1]. Depending on the degree of prostatic infiltration in low anterior rectal cancer, the surgical procedure can involve either pelvic exenteration or total mesorectal excision with partial en bloc prostatectomy and urinary system preservation [
2]. …