Radical excision versus local resection for primary rectal gastrointestinal stromal tumors. Cohort Study

Abstract

Our study showed that LR has a similar prognosis to that of RE with respect to DFS and OS. For appropriate cases, LR has the advantages of a short operative time, less bleeding, and a quick recovery. Especially when combined with neoadjuvant therapy, LR can also achieve better perioperative efficacy. Therefore, LR is an effective method for resection of rectal GISTs and warrants clinical endorsement.