The Role of Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte Ratio on the Effect of CRT for Patients With Rectal Cancer

Background/Aim: Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is an indicator of systemic inflammation and could be a predictive factor in malignant tumors. The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of NLR in patients with lower rectal cancer who received preoperative chemo-radiotherapy (CRT). Patients and Methods: Forty-eight patients with lower rectal cancer who underwent preoperative CRT and curative resection were enrolled. Blood samples...