Radiation Therapy for Rectal Cancer

Publication Date: October 20, 2020
Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Recommendations for neoadjuvant RT indications

For patients with rectal cancer, pelvic MRI with a rectal cancer protocol is recommended for preoperative clinical T and N staging. (Moderate-quality evidence, Strong recommendation)
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Recommendations for neoadjuvant regimens

For patients with rectal cancer receiving neoadjuvant chemoradiation, conventional fractionation from 5000-5040 cGy in 25-28 fractions with concurrent chemotherapy is recommended. (High-quality evidence, Strong recommendation)
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Radiation Therapy for Rectal Cancer

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