The significance of tumour deposits in rectal cancer after neoadjuvant therapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Tumour deposits (TDs) are a poor prognostic marker in colorectal cancer, but their significance after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy is less certain because this group of patients is excluded in most studies. Post-treatment TD might even be a sign of tumour response. No previous reviews have assessed outcomes in this group.
Source: European Journal of Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research