Surgical oncology
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Pelvic exenteration, the standard treatment for patients with locally advanced rectal adenocarcinoma infiltrating neighbouring pelvic visceras, carried a significant morbidity and mortality rate. ⋯ Our treatment approach was associated with high morbidity and mortality rates, but was similar to previously published series based on total pelvic exenteration without prior radiation therapy. In addition, our therapeutic approach was associated with a low rate of overall local recurrences. Surgical Oncology 1995; 4: 295-301.