Comparison of survival of stage I –III colon cancer by travel distance and hospital volume

ConclusionsFor patients with stage I –III colon cancer, traveling to high-volume institutions compared to local, low-volume centers does not convey an overall survival benefit. However, given advantages including 30- and 90-day mortality and adequate lymph-node harvest, nuanced patient recommendations should consider both these diffe rences and the unquantified benefits to local care, including cost, travel time, and support systems.
Source: Techniques in Coloproctology - Category: Surgery Source Type: research