Alpha-fetoprotein-producing rectal cancer successfully responded to preoperative chemoradiotherapy: case report
Abstract Background Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) is produced by some tumors, such as hepatocellular carcinoma and yolk sac tumors, leading to an increase in serum AFP level. However, AFP in colorectal cancer is extremely rare. Treatment for AFP-producing cancer is often performed according to conventiona...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2018-09-01
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Series: | Surgical Case Reports |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40792-018-0520-6 |