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- - The study focuses on a new method using a bioabsorbable polyglycolic acid spacer for safe carbon ion radiotherapy (CIRT) in treating locally recurrent rectal cancer near sensitive organs.
- - The laparoscopic technique was applied in five case studies, resulting in an average surgery time of 235 minutes with minimal blood loss (38 mL) and no pelvic infections.
- - Patients were able to start CIRT within two months post-surgery, and a video documenting the surgical procedure is referenced in the report.
Article Abstract
Carbon ion radiotherapy (CIRT) has received attention for the treatment of locally recurrent rectal cancer. When the surrounding primary organs are close to the irradiation site, a spacer is required to ensure safe irradiation. This work describes a novel technique using a bioabsorbable polyglycolic acid spacer placed laparoscopically and presents a technical report with five case studies. The short-term surgical outcomes were as follows: mean operating time 235 min with blood loss of 38 mL. CIRT was planned, and the patients underwent irradiation within 2 months of surgery. No pelvic infections occurred, and all procedures were performed safely. Herein, were present a technical report with reference to a video of the surgical procedure.
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