Trends in the Characteristics, Treatment, and Outcomes of Rectal Adenocarcinoma in the US From 2004 to 2019: A National Cancer Database Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Rectal cancer management has significantly evolved over the last 2 decades.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluate trends in the characteristics, treatment, and outcomes of rectal adenocarcinoma across 16 years.

Design, setting, and participants

This retrospective, observational case series study used data from the National Cancer Database (NCDB) to evaluate patients diagnosed with rectal adenocarcinoma from 2004 through 2019. Data analysis was performed from March to May 2022.

Exposures

Trends in the treatment and outcomes of rectal adenocarcinoma in the US between 2004 and 2019 were explored. This period was subdivided into 4 equal periods: 2004-2007, 2008-2011, 2012-2015, and 2016-2019.

Main outcomes and measures

Patient and tumor character

SUBMITTER: Emile SH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10020883 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature