Lymph node size as a simple prognostic factor in node negative colon cancer and an alternative thesis to stage migration - 12/10/16
, Tina Schaller, M.D. a, 1, Yuriy Kokot, M.D. b, Katharina Endhardt, M.D. a, Hallie Kretsinger, M.D. a, Klaus Hirschbühl, M.D. c, Georg Aumann, M.D. d, Gerhard Schenkirsch, M.D. eAbstract |
Background |
Stage migration is an accepted explanation for the association between lymph node (LN) yield and outcome in colon cancer. To investigate whether the alternative thesis of immune response is more likely, we performed a retrospective study.
Methods |
We enrolled 239 cases of node negative cancers, which were categorized according to the number of LNs with diameters larger than 5 mm (LN5) into the groups LN5-very low (0 to 1 LN5), LN5-low (2 to 5 LN5), and LN5-high (≥6 LN5).
Results |
Significant differences were found in pT3/4 cancers with median survival times of 40, 57, and 71 months (P = .022) in the LN5-very low, LN5-low, and LN5-high groups, respectively. Multivariable analysis revealed that LN5 number and infiltration type were independent prognostic factors.
Conclusions |
LN size is prognostic in node negative colon cancer. The correct explanation for outcome differences associated with LN harvest is probably the activation status of LNs.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Highlights |
• | We investigate the prognostic role of lymph node yield in colon cancer. |
• | Stage migration is probably not the correct explanation. |
• | Lymph node size is associated with lymph node yield. |
• | Lymph node size is prognostic in colon cancer. |
• | Immune response is more important than stage migration. |
Keywords : Colon cancer, Lymph node, Immune response, Size, Stage migration
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| There were no relevant financial relationships or any sources of support in the form of grants, equipment, or drugs. |
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| The authors declare no conflicts of interest. |
Vol 212 - N° 4
P. 775-780 - octobre 2016 Retour au numéro
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