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Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer

Locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC) is a form of the disease that has spread beyond the rectum and into the surrounding tissues. It is an aggressive form of the cancer and requires a more extensive treatment regimen. LARC is usually treated with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy in combination, and is o…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 4 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 14× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2471-7061 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC) is a form of the disease that has spread beyond the rectum and into the surrounding tissues. It is an aggressive form of the cancer and requires a more extensive treatment regimen. LARC is usually treated with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy in combination, and is often well-controlled with these therapies. Early detection is key to successful treatment of LARC, as the disease can spread quickly. The significance of LARC is that it is an aggressive cancer, and if not identified and treated early, it can spread aggressively to other areas within the body. Early detection is key in achieving successful control of the cancer. Early diagnosis, staging, and treatment of the disease are the best ways to ensure improved outcomes. LARC is a significant form of cancer and requires a more intensive treatment regimen than other forms. It is important to seek medical advice when rectal cancer is suspected and to ask questions about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Early detection and aggressive treatment is the key to successful control of the disease.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 4 articles above have been cited 14 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Colon And Rectal Cancer (ISSN 2471-7061).

Journal editorial board
Frank A. Frizelle · New Zealand Gennaro Galizia · Italy Tamotsu Tsukahara · Japan

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