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Prognostic and predictive factors in colorectal cancer.
Postgraduate medical journal - 1 Aug 2008
Zlobec I, Lugli A
Abstract excerpt
Prognostication of newly diagnosed colorectal cancer (CRC) predominantly relies on stage as defined by the UICC-TNM and American Joint Committee on Cancer classifications. Tumour extent, lymph node status, tumour grade and the assessment of lymphatic and venous invasion are still the most important morphological prognostic factors. Evidence suggests that tumour budding and tumour border configuration are...
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