Spiliopoulou, P. , Panwar, U. and Davidson, N. (2011) Rectal small cell carcinoma: A case report and review of the literature. Case Reports in Oncology, 4(3), pp. 475-480. (doi: 10.1159/000332760) (PMID:22114573) (PMCID:PMC3220900)
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Abstract
We present a rare case of small cell carcinoma of the rectum presenting with rectal bleeding and discomfort in a fit 51-year-old gentleman. Our patient was treated with a combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy and remains alive and free of disease 6 years after diagnosis. Our patient experience and review of the literature is presented highlighting the uncertainties regarding the biological behaviour and management.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Spiliopoulou, Dr Pavlina |
| Authors: | Spiliopoulou, P., Panwar, U., and Davidson, N. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Cancer Sciences |
| Journal Name: | Case Reports in Oncology |
| Publisher: | Karger Publishers |
| ISSN: | 1662-6575 |
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