The results of liver surgery for metastasis of CRC over the age of 70

The older generation (>70 y.) is neglected or underrepresented in the literature regarding the liver surgery, oncological treatment, and trials. The purpose of this study is to clarify whether the elder generation has higher complication rate, mortality and shorter survival compared with the group of patients under 70. Material and method: The registry of liver metastasis of CRC origin covers 10 year period in our Department. Since Jan 1. 1995, altogether 382 cases were registered. The number of patients older than 70 years was 36. Patient's selection contained the Karnofsky index, the general aspects of anesthe…