Optimal Treatment Timing Improves Outcome in Rectal Cancer

Optimal Treatment Timing Improves Outcome in Rectal Cancer



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  • An interval between radiation therapy and surgery of up to 60 days was associated with a higher rate of complete response






  • "However, more than 60 days does not seem to increase this any further," Dr Salo explained. "But intervals greater than 60 days are associated with a higher rate of positive surgical margins."






  • A delay of more than 60 days was associated with 20% increase in the risk for mortality (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.068 - 1.367). As the interval between treatments increased, this effect became more pronounced. An interval longer than 75 days was associated with a 28% increase (95% CI, 1.06 - 1.55) in the risk for mortality; when the interval was less than 60 days, a survival benefit was seen.

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