Abstract
Neoadjuvant therapy in colon cancer, traditionally reserved for rectal cancer, is gaining traction as a promising treatment strategy. This chapter offers a concise overview of neoadjuvant therapy in colon cancer, highlighting its evolving role, benefits, and challenges. The synopsis underscores the potential for neoadjuvant therapy to downstage tumours, improve surgical outcomes, and enhance overall survival. Understanding the evolving landscape of neoadjuvant therapy is vital for optimizing treatment strategies and improving outcomes in colon cancer patients.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Coloproctology: A Practical Guide |
Editors | Martyn Evans, Mark Davies, Rhiannon Harries, John Beynon |
Publisher | Springer |
Pages | 133-146 |
Number of pages | 14 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783031596308 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783031596292 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2024 |
Keywords
- Chemotherapy
- Colon cancer
- Multimodal therapy
- Neoadjuvant therapy
- Oncological outcomes
- Preoperative treatment
- Radiation therapy
- Response assessment
- Surgical management
- Tumour downstaging