Segmental resection is a safe oncological alternative to total proctocolectomy in elderly patients with ulcerative colitis and malignancy

Aim The standard approach for the surgical management of colorectal cancer ( CRC ) in the setting of ulcerative colitis ( UC ) involves total proctocolectomy ( TPC ). However, some patients also undergo a partial resection ( PR ). This may be an attractive option in older patients with a high risk for surgery. The aim of this study was to compare the risk of metachronous cancer after PR or TPC for CRC in the setting of UC . Method This was a...