Hepatic metastases from colorectal cancer: Resection or not

This review evaluates the available evidence dealing with the natural history of hepatic metastases in patients with colorectal cancer. Methods of detection of such metastases are discussed and the factors influencing survival after surgical resection are reviewed.

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