Regional intra-arterial infusion chemotherapy combined with deep hyperthermia and targeted therapy followed by radiotherapy for recurrence with intestinal obstruction after radical resection of rectal cancer in an elderly patient: a case report of individualized treatment - Summary - MDSpire

Regional intra-arterial infusion chemotherapy combined with deep hyperthermia and targeted therapy followed by radiotherapy for recurrence with intestinal obstruction after radical resection of rectal cancer in an elderly patient: a case report of individualized treatment

  • By

  • Guangsheng Zhao

  • Shunhang Yin

  • Xinyu Zhou

  • Fang Xu

  • Licai Xu

  • Qiushi Wang

  • Jun Zhou

  • Lei Zhang

  • Song Liu

  • May 25, 2026

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Objective:

To report a case of an elderly patient with local recurrence of rectal cancer complicated by intestinal obstruction and to describe a comprehensive treatment strategy involving regional intra-arterial chemotherapy, deep hyperthermia, targeted therapy, and radiotherapy.

Key Findings:
  • The patient achieved complete remission and long-term stable disease.
  • No severe adverse events were observed during treatment.
  • Follow-up indicated favorable quality of life and preserved performance status.
Interpretation:

Limitations:
  • The findings are based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
  • Long-term outcomes and broader applicability of the treatment strategy require further investigation, particularly in comparative studies.
Conclusion:

The comprehensive treatment strategy led to positive outcomes in this elderly patient with complex rectal cancer recurrence.

Original Source(s)

Regional intra-arterial infusion chemotherapy combined with deep hyperthermia and targeted therapy followed by radiotherapy for recurrence with intestinal obstruction after radical resection of rectal cancer in an elderly patient: a case report of individualized treatment

  • by Guangsheng Zhao, Shunhang Yin, Xinyu Zhou, Fang Xu, Licai Xu, Qiushi Wang, Jun Zhou, Lei Zhang, Song Liu

  • May 25, 2026

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