Simultaneous resection of colorectal cancer with synchronous liver metastases; a practice survey

BACKGROUND: We examined surgeon practice intentions and barriers to performing simultaneous resections for colorectal cancer with synchronous liver metastases. METHODS: We electronically surveyed North American surgeons who provide colorectal cancer care with a pilot-tested questionnaire. Four clinical scenarios of increasing complexity were presented. Perceived outcomes of and barriers to simultaneous resection were assessed on a 7-point …