Low anterior resection syndrome describes a group of symptoms that can occur following colorectal cancer treatment. These can include incontinence, feelings of urgency, increased stool frequency, and ...

Colorectal cancer is among the most common malignant tumors, and its incidence has significantly increased in recent years, with rectal cancer accounting for more than 30% 1,2,3. Surgical treatment ...

Preoperative chemoradiotherapy (CRT)/short-course radiotherapy (SCRT) results in variable tumour response in rectal cancer and has enabled adaptation of surgical approaches ranging from extralevator ...

Robotic APR shows better short-term outcomes than laparoscopic APR, with lower positive resection margins and conversion rates to open surgery. Robotic APR is associated with longer operation times ...

The treatment of patients with localized rectal cancer is complex and requires input from a multidisciplinary team. Baseline local staging and mismatch repair protein testing are vital to develop ...