Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastases
A special issue of Cancers (ISSN 2072-6694). This special issue belongs to the section "Cancer Metastasis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 48
Special Issue Editors
Interests: abdominal radiology; MRI; diffusion and perfusion MRI; oncologic imaging; liver; pancreas; biliary tract; rectal cancer; inflammatory bowel disease; liver transplantation
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Interests: abdominal radiology; MR imaging; diffusion and perfusion MR imaging; oncologic imaging; liver; pancreas; biliary tract; rectal cancer; inflammatory bowel disease; liver transplantation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Liver metastases are a critical complication in colorectal cancer (CRC), significantly impacting patient survival and quality of life. Despite extensive research, challenges remain in understanding the underlying molecular mechanisms and improving the treatment outcomes for patients with CRC liver metastases. This Special Issue highlights the latest advancements in research, focusing on the biological processes, genetic alterations, and immune evasion strategies that drive the metastatic spread to the liver. Additionally, it discusses innovative diagnostic techniques, such as liquid biopsy and advanced imaging, which are crucial for early detection and monitoring disease progression. Therapeutic strategies, including surgical resection, liver-directed therapies, chemotherapy, targeted treatments, and immunotherapy, are examined for their clinical applicability and effectiveness. However, the Special Issue also underscores the major challenges, such as tumor heterogeneity, therapy resistance, and the need for personalized treatment approaches. The aim of this Special Issue is to provide a comprehensive review of the state-of-the-art research on CRC liver metastases, address current challenges, and propose future directions to optimize clinical management and improve patient outcomes.
Dr. Piero Boraschi
Dr. Francescamaria Donati
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- liver metastases
- colorectal cancer
- treatment
- imaging
- oncologic strategy
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