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Adenocarcinoma
Investigators at University of Minnesota have published new data on adenocarcinoma
August 19th, 2008
In this recently published article, scientists in the United States conducted a study "To evaluate the clinical features, pathology, treatment, and outcome of patients with fistula-associated anal adenocarcinoma. We identified 14 patients with histologically proven fistula-associated anal adenocarcinoma." "We reviewed their medical records and pathology specimens to characterize their presentation, treatment, and clinical outcome. Nine patients presented with a persistent fistula, 3 with a perianal mass, 1 with pain and drainage, and 1 with a recurrent perianal abscess. The average age at time of diagnosis was 59 (range, 37-76) years. Eleven patients had preexisting...
Source: Cancer Weekly (2008-08-19)
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