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Rectal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®) - Recurrent Rectal Cancer

Recurrent rectal cancer is cancer that has recurred (come back) after it has been treated. The cancer may come back in the rectum or in other parts of the body, such as the colon, pelvis, liver, or lungs.

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Last Updated: September 20, 2007
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