Special Review: Rectal Cancer-current Therapies and Emerging Concepts


Non-operative therapies for colorectal liver metastases

John L. Nosher, Inaya Ahmed, Akshar N. Patel, Vyacheslav Gendel, Philip G. Murillo, Rebecca Moss, Salma K. Jabbour

Abstract

Locoregional therapies for colorectal liver metastases complement systemic therapy by providing an opportunity for local control of hepatic spread. The armamentarium for liver-directed therapy includes ablative therapies, embolization, and stereotactic body radiation therapy. At this time, prospective studies comparing these modalities are limited and decision-making relies on a multidisciplinary approach for optimal patient management. Herein, we describe multiple therapeutic non-surgical procedures and an overview of the results of these treatments.

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