Prognostic Value of the Cycle Number of Perioperative Chemotherapy in Locoregionally Advanced Rectal Cancer: a Propensity Score Matching Analysis

Conclusions / Significance: Chemotherapy cycle ≥ 8 was proven associated with improved prognosis of LARC patients, especially those with ypII-III disease. But prolonged chemotherapy should be performed with caution in patients with yp0-I stage.

Source: Journal of Cancer - December 14, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Hui Chang, Xin Yu, Kai Chen, Qiao-xuan Wang, Shu Zhang, Zhi-fan Zeng, Pei-rong Ding, Zhi-zhong Pan, Wei-wei Xiao, Yuan-hong Gao Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research