abstract
Abstract
Objective: To define the neoplastic risk in the remaining
colon after proctectomy for rectal cancer in patients with hereditary
nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC). (Lynch Syndrome)
Conclusions: Surgeons and patients need to be aware of substantial risk for metachronous neoplasia after proctectomy. Selection of operation should be individualized, but total proctocolectomy and ileoanal pouch should be strongly considered. If patients undergo proctectomy alone, close surveillance is mandatory.
Conclusions: Surgeons and patients need to be aware of substantial risk for metachronous neoplasia after proctectomy. Selection of operation should be individualized, but total proctocolectomy and ileoanal pouch should be strongly considered. If patients undergo proctectomy alone, close surveillance is mandatory.
