Evolving treatment of early-stage rectal cancer / 国际肿瘤学杂志

ABSTRACT

Anterior resection and low anterior resection with total mesorectal excision remain the gold standard for the treatment of most rectal cancers. But in recent years, transanal excision has emerged as a popu1ar treatment option for early-stage rectal cancer. To ensure a good clinical outcome, the indications for surgery in early-stage rectal cancer need to be controlled strictly.