This book gives an updated and detailed overview of diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for rectal cancer. Rectal cancer has become an increasing and serious disease in western countries, mainly linked to lifestyle and bad alimentation habits. This specific cancer is not only a threat to the lifespan of patients, but also has a heavy impact on quality of life, due to its implications in the fecal, urinary and sexual functions. Recent guidelines of prevention and early diagnosis, as well as current and future diagnostic and staging work-up, are here presented in a clear and convincing way,...

Up-to-date and comprehensive, this surgical manual provides clear descriptions of current procedures as well as guidance on managing difficult cases. It enables an informed and multidisciplinary approach to a cancer that is increasing in frequency.