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Meta-analysis of colorectal cancer surgery in the elderly

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Colorectal cancer is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in the elderly.

This study pooled the data from 28 studies including 34194 patients in order to assess outcomes in the age groups:

  • 65-74 years
  • 75-84 years
  • 85+ years

Reference:

  • Colorectal Cancer Collaborative Group. (2000) Surgery for colorectal cancer in elderly patients: a systematic review. Lancet, 356, 968-74.

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