Association of the Number of Negative Lymph Nodes Removed with Overall Survival and Recurrence Rates in Patients with Colorectal Cancer Following Surgery: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study

Key Points

• Overall survival is tied to the number of negative lymph nodes removed during colorectal cancer surgery, enhancing prognosis.
• Patients with more negative lymph nodes show better recurrence rates, suggesting lymph node assessment is crucial for outcomes.
• Multicenter retrospective cohort analysis reveals significant associations between lymph node removal and survival in colorectal cancer patients.
• Findings highlight the importance of lymph node evaluation in surgical strategies for colorectal cancer, emphasizing better personalized care.