Analysis of reoperation in 35 cases of locally recurrent rectal cancer
Chen, W.; Zhou, D.; Cui, L.; Yang, M.; Yang, B.-R.
Zhonghua Wei Chang Wai Ke Za Zhi 12(1): 40-43
2009
ISSN/ISBN: 1671-0274 PMID: 19145502 Document Number: 632840
To explore the indication and the procedure of reoperation in patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer. Clinical data of 35 patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer from January 1998 to December 2002 undergone reoperation were analyzed retrospectively. Among the 35 cases, 19 underwent radical resection, 11 palliative resection and 5 colostomy(or laparotomy). The 5-year survival rates of the radical, palliative and colostomy(or laparotomy) were 35.3%, 18.2% and 0 respectively. Median survival time was 45, 22 and 9 months respectively. Optimal reoperation for the patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer can improve the survival rate and quality of life effectively.