Preoperative management of colorectal cancer-induced iron deficiency anemia in clinical practice: data from a large observational cohort.

Background: Preoperative anemia prevalence among colorectal cancer (CRC) patients is high and may adversely influence postoperative outcome. This study assesses the efficacy of a preoperative anemia managing protocol in CRC.

Study Design And Methods: This was a retrospective analysis of consecutive CRC resections at two Spanish centers (January 2012 to December 2013).