ABSTRACT
Introduction 119
The multidisciplinary team 119
Treatment choice 120
Treatment goals 123
Indicators of extensive surgical requirements 124
Informed consent 125
Principles of oncologic surgery 125
The role of surgery 126
Palliative care 135
End-of-life issues 137
The future 137
Key evidence 137
Key learning points 137
References 137
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