The number of examined lymph nodes (NLN) was associated with survival of stages II and III colorectal cancer (CRC) patients. Guidelines recommend examining at least 12 lymph nodes. This study investigated the influence of surgical specimen length on lymph node harvest and compliance with international guidelines.

Linking surgical specimen length and examined lymph nodes in colorectal cancer patients

LISO, ARCANGELO;
2015-01-01

Abstract

The number of examined lymph nodes (NLN) was associated with survival of stages II and III colorectal cancer (CRC) patients. Guidelines recommend examining at least 12 lymph nodes. This study investigated the influence of surgical specimen length on lymph node harvest and compliance with international guidelines.
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