New strategies for managing cancer-related intestinal obstruction

Cancer-related incomplete intestinal obstruction complicates treatment in advanced malignancy patients.

  • Recent techniques such as endoscopic stenting and laparoscopic surgery show improved outcomes and lower complication rates.
  • Integration of systemic therapies like immunotherapy reduces tumor burden and alleviates obstruction.

Multidisciplinary approaches remain vital for individualizing patient care and optimizing recovery.

  • Nutritional support and fluid management are essential in symptom management.

Editorial by Liu JL, Wang CX and Wang HL in World J Gastroenterol

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