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SynthesisInternational journal of molecular sciences2025

Comprehensive Overview of Molecular, Imaging, and Therapeutic Challenges in Rectal Mucinous Adenocarcinoma.

Mihaela Berar, Andra Ciocan, Emil Moiș, Luminița Furcea, Călin Popa, Răzvan Alexandru Ciocan, Florin Zaharie, Cosmin Puia, Nadim Al Hajjar, Cosmin Caraiani and 2 more

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3 · Its place in the literature

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3 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

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12 authors.

Mihaela Berar3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.ORCID 0000-0003-0898-0931
Andra Ciocan3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.ORCID 0000-0003-0126-6428
Emil Moiș3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Luminița Furcea3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Călin Popa3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Răzvan Alexandru CiocanDepartment of Surgery-Practical Abilities, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400337 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Florin Zaharie3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-9618-9359
Cosmin Puia3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-2638-9056
Nadim Al Hajjar3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Cosmin CaraianiDepartment of Medical Imaging, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400006 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Ioana RusuOctavian Fodor Regional Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Florin Graur3rd Department of Surgery, "Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400162 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-5887-3408

Funding

"Iuliu Hațieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca, Romania, Doctoral Re-search Program PCD 771/22/11.01.2023
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Rectal cancer is one of the most frequent malignancies worldwide. The most common histological type is adenocarcinoma, followed by mucinous adenocarcinoma. The outcome is less favorable for the mucinous type, yet the treatment course is the same. The aim of this systematic literature review is to assess existing information in order to improve survival in rectal mucinous adenocarcinoma (RMA) and establish a starting point for future research. A systematic search of PubMed, Google Scholar, and Web of Science online libraries was performed in October 2024, evaluating studies regarding clinicopathological and genetic features in connection with targeted treatment and survival outcomes in RMA, using the terms "rectal cancer", "rectum", "mucinous adenocarcinoma", or a combination of the terms. We selected 23 studies, 10 of them regarding the diagnostic implications and 13 discussing the treatment strategies and prognosis of this histological subtype. There were six studies addressing the imaging aspects, highlighting the distinct features of mucinous histology in MRI. The molecular specifics were detailed in four studies, outlining the molecular footprint. The prognosis and treatment course were addressed in 12 studies. The inflammation index prognosis, complete response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy, and surgical aspects were addressed individually in each study. We encapsulated the molecular and clinicopathological characteristics of RMA, as well as diagnostic and treatment approaches, to establish a baseline of references for the benefit of daily practice and further research.

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Adenocarcinoma, MucinousRectal NeoplasmsHumansPrognosismolecular pathwaysmucinous adenocarcinomaneoadjuvant treatmentrectal cancer

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PMID39859149
PMCPMC11764815

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