Objective:Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)has been extensively used as one of popular alternative therapies for several cancers.However,it remains unclear whether TCM treatment is associated with longer survival in l...Objective:Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)has been extensively used as one of popular alternative therapies for several cancers.However,it remains unclear whether TCM treatment is associated with longer survival in lung cancer patients.In this study,we explored the effect of long-term TCM treatment on patients with different stages of lung cancer.Methods:All information of lung cancer patients with stage I-III disease from January 2007 to September 2015 was collected for this retrospective cohort study.Those who were treated with TCM after surgery were divided into TCM group and the others were into the non-TCM group(control group).All patients were regularly followed up by clinic appointment or phone,and all survival data were collected from databases after the last follow-up in October 2017.Results:A total of 575 patients were included in this study,with 299 patients in the TCM group and 276 in the control group.For all patients,5-year disease-free survival(DFS)was 62.2% in TCM group and 42.1% in the control group,and 6-year DFSs were 51.8% and 35.4%,respectively(HR=0.51,95% CI:0.40 to 0.66,log-rank P≤0.001).For patients with stage I,5-year DFSs were 83.7%(TCM group)and 57.5%(control group)and 6-year DFSs were 73.7% and 51.9%,respectively(HR=0.30,95% CI:0.18 to 0.50,log-rank P≤0.001).For patients with stage II in the TCM group and the control group,5-year DFSs were 59.4% and 17.6% and 6-year DFSs were 44.7% and 17.6%,respectively(HR=0.31,95% CI:0.19 to 0.52,log-rank P≤0.001),and for patients with stage III,5-year and 6-year DFSs in the TCM group were 18.7% and 12.5% compared with 28.4% and 20.3% in the control group(HR=1.06,95% CI:0.72 to 1.56,log-rank P=0.76).Conclusions:This study demonstrated that long-term TCM treatment as an adjuvant therapy is able to improve the DFS of postoperative stage I-III lung cancer patients,especially in patients with stage I and II disease.However,these observational findings need being validated by large sample randomized controlled trials.展开更多
BACKGROUND Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is the most common type of liver cancer and has a high risk of invasion and metastasis along with a poor prognosis.AIM To investigate the independent predictive markers for dise...BACKGROUND Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is the most common type of liver cancer and has a high risk of invasion and metastasis along with a poor prognosis.AIM To investigate the independent predictive markers for disease-free survival(DFS)in patients with HCC and establish a trustworthy nomogram.METHODS In this study,445 patients who were hospitalized in The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical College between December 2009 and December 2014 were retrospectively examined.The survival curve was plotted using the Kaplan–Meier method and survival was determined using the log-rank test.To identify the prognostic variables,multivariate Cox regression analyses were carried out.To predict the DFS in patients with HCC,a nomogram was created.C-indices and receiver operator characteristic curves were used to evaluate the nomogram’s performance.Decision curve analysis(DCA)was used to evaluate the clinical application value of the nomogram.RESULTS Longer DFS was observed in patients with the following characteristics:elderly,I–II stage,and no history of hepatitis B.The calibration curve showed that this nomogram was reliable and had a higher area under the curve value than the tumor node metastasis(TNM)stage.Moreover,the DCA curve revealed that the nomogram had good clinical applicability in predicting 3-and 5-year DFS in HCC patients after surgery.CONCLUSION Age,TNM stage,and history of hepatitis B infection were independent factors for DFS in HCC patients,and a novel nomogram for DFS of HCC patients was created and validated.展开更多
[ Objective] In order to construct the specific equine disease-free zone of of the Guangzhou Asian Games, to ensure that the equestrian events of Guangzhou Asian Games be smoothly held. [Methods] The species, quantiti...[ Objective] In order to construct the specific equine disease-free zone of of the Guangzhou Asian Games, to ensure that the equestrian events of Guangzhou Asian Games be smoothly held. [Methods] The species, quantities, distribution and seasonal variations of insects and wild animals in related zones were investigated from 2008 to 2010, and the collected samples of the insects and wild animals were tested in laboratory for related equine diseases. [Results] The investigations indicated that there were some mosquitoes, flies, horseflies, punkies, ticks, bats, wild birds and wild bears in equastrianism venue and peripheral regions of disease-free zone of the Guangzhou Asian Games, the laboratory results of Japa- nese encephalitis, vesicular stomatitis, Nipah virus disease, West Nile fever, and Trypanosomiasis evansi, were all negative. According to the in- vestigations and test results, the risk assessments of insect and wild animal vectors in the prevalence of related equine diseases were made to con- firm that the risk was relatively low or very low, and comprehensive prevention and control measures with prevention as major measures and insecti- cides application and environment managements as supplementary means were made on the basis of the risk assessment conclusions. [ Conclu- sions] This research has laid a solid foundation for the successful building of the first specific equine disease-free zone in our country, ensured the smooth holding of the 16th equastdan competition in Guangzhou Asian Games.展开更多
[Objective]The model of regionalization management of specific equine disease-free zone were analysed and discussed. [Methods]International animal epidemics regionalization management experience and specific equine di...[Objective]The model of regionalization management of specific equine disease-free zone were analysed and discussed. [Methods]International animal epidemics regionalization management experience and specific equine disease-free zone establishment were analysed and discussed based on the State and OIE principles. [Results]The regionalization management of specific equine disease-free zone with county administrative regions level of international recognition was established first in China,combined with the region's geographical barrier and animal health. [Conclusion]The aim is to to provide experience and reference for other areas to establish specific disease-free zone.展开更多
BACKGROUND Although intracorporeal anastomosis(IA)for colon cancer requires longer operative time than extracorporeal anastomosis(EA),its short-term postoperative results,such as early recovery of bowel movement,have ...BACKGROUND Although intracorporeal anastomosis(IA)for colon cancer requires longer operative time than extracorporeal anastomosis(EA),its short-term postoperative results,such as early recovery of bowel movement,have been reported to be equal or better.As IA requires opening the intestinal tract in the abdominal cavity under pneumoperitoneum,there are concerns about intraperitoneal bacterial infection and recurrence of peritoneal dissemination due to the spread of bacteria and tumor cells.However,intraperitoneal bacterial contamination and medium-term oncological outcomes have not been clarified.abdominal cavity in IA.METHODS Of 127 patients who underwent laparoscopic colon resection for colon cancer from April 2015 to December 2020,75 underwent EA(EA group),and 52 underwent IA(IA group).After propensity score matching,the primary endpoint was 3-year disease-free survival rates,and secondary endpoints were 3-year overall survival rates,type of recurrence,surgical site infection(SSI)incidence,number of days on antibiotics,and postoperative biological responses.RESULTS Three-year disease-free survival rates did not significantly differ between the IA and EA groups(87.2%and 82.7%,respectively,P=0.4473).The 3-year overall survival rates also did not significantly differ between the IA and EA groups(94.7%and 94.7%,respectively;P=0.9891).There was no difference in the type of recurrence between the two groups.In addition,there were no significant differences in SSI incidence or the number of days on antibiotics;however,postoperative biological responses,such as the white blood cell count(10200 vs 8650/mm^(3),P=0.0068),C-reactive protein(6.8 vs 4.5 mg/dL,P=0.0011),and body temperature(37.7 vs 37.5℃,P=0.0079),were significantly higher in the IA group.CONCLUSION IA is an anastomotic technique that should be widely performed because its risk of intraperitoneal bacterial contamination and medium-term oncological outcomes are comparable to those of EA.展开更多
Background:The prognosis of breast cancer is often unfavorable,emphasizing the need for early metastasis risk detection and accurate treatment predictions.This study aimed to develop a novel multi-modal deep learning ...Background:The prognosis of breast cancer is often unfavorable,emphasizing the need for early metastasis risk detection and accurate treatment predictions.This study aimed to develop a novel multi-modal deep learning model using preoperative data to predict disease-free survival(DFS).Methods:We retrospectively collected pathology imaging,molecular and clinical data from The Cancer Genome Atlas and one independent institution in China.We developed a novel Deep Learning Clinical Medicine Based Pathological Gene Multi-modal(DeepClinMed-PGM)model for DFS prediction,integrating clinicopathological data with molecular insights.The patients included the training cohort(n=741),internal validation cohort(n=184),and external testing cohort(n=95).Result:Integrating multi-modal data into the DeepClinMed-PGM model significantly improved area under the receiver operating characteristic curve(AUC)values.In the training cohort,AUC values for 1-,3-,and 5-year DFS predictions increased to 0.979,0.957,and 0.871,while in the external testing cohort,the values reached 0.851,0.878,and 0.938 for 1-,2-,and 3-year DFS predictions,respectively.The DeepClinMed-PGM's robust discriminative capabilities were consistently evident across various cohorts,including the training cohort[hazard ratio(HR)0.027,95%confidence interval(CI)0.0016-0.046,P<0.0001],the internal validation cohort(HR 0.117,95%CI 0.041-0.334,P<0.0001),and the external cohort(HR 0.061,95%CI 0.017-0.218,P<0.0001).Additionally,the DeepClinMed-PGM model demonstrated C-index values of 0.925,0.823,and 0.864 within the three cohorts,respectively.Conclusion:This study introduces an approach to breast cancer prognosis,integrating imaging and molecular and clinical data for enhanced predictive accuracy,offering promise for personalized treatment strategies.展开更多
BACKGROUND The albumin-bilirubin(ALBI)score is a serum biochemical indicator of liver function and has been proven to have prognostic value in a variety of cancers.In colorectal cancer(CRC),a high ALBI score tends to ...BACKGROUND The albumin-bilirubin(ALBI)score is a serum biochemical indicator of liver function and has been proven to have prognostic value in a variety of cancers.In colorectal cancer(CRC),a high ALBI score tends to be associated with poorer survival.AIM To investigate the correlation between the preoperative ALBI score and outcomes in CRC patients who underwent radical surgery.METHODS Patients who underwent radical CRC surgery between January 2011 and January 2020 at a single clinical center were included.The ALBI score was calculated by the formula(log10 bilirubin×0.66)+(albumin×-0.085),and the cutoff value for grouping patients was-2.8.The short-term outcomes,overall survival(OS),and disease-free survival(DFS)were calculated.RESULTS A total of 4025 CRC patients who underwent radical surgery were enrolled in this study,and there were 1908 patients in the low ALBI group and 2117 patients in the high ALBI group.Cox regression analysis revealed that age,tumor size,tumor stage,ALBI score,and overall complications were independent risk factors for OS;age,tumor stage,ALBI score,and overall complications were identified as independent risk factors for DFS.CONCLUSION A high preoperative ALBI score is correlated with adverse short-term outcomes,and the ALBI score is an independent risk factor for OS and DFS in patients with CRC undergoing radical surgery.展开更多
BACKGROUND In recent years,the incidence of colorectal cancer(CRC)has been increasing.With the popularization of endoscopic technology,a number of early CRC has been diagnosed.However,despite current treatment methods...BACKGROUND In recent years,the incidence of colorectal cancer(CRC)has been increasing.With the popularization of endoscopic technology,a number of early CRC has been diagnosed.However,despite current treatment methods,some patients with early CRC still experience postoperative recurrence and metastasis.AIM To search for indicators associated with early CRC recurrence and metastasis to identify high-risk populations.METHODS A total of 513 patients with pT2N0M0 or pT3N0M0 CRC were retrospectively enrolled in this study.Results of blood routine test,liver and kidney function tests and tumor markers were collected before surgery.Patients were followed up through disease-specific database and telephone interviews.Tumor recurrence,metastasis or death were used as the end point of study to find the risk factors and predictive value related to early CRC recurrence and metastasis.RESULTS We comprehensively compared the predictive value of preoperative blood routine,blood biochemistry and tumor markers for disease-free survival(DFS)and overall survival(OS)of CRC.Cox multivariate analysis demonstrated that low platelet count was significantly associated with poor DFS[hazard ratio(HR)=0.995,95% confidence interval(CI):0.991-0.999,P=0.015],while serum carcinoembryonic antigen(CEA)level(HR=1.008,95%CI:1.001-1.016,P=0.027)and serum total cholesterol level(HR=1.538,95%CI:1.026-2.305,P=0.037)were independent risk factors for OS.The cutoff value of serum CEA level for predicting OS was 2.74 ng/mL.Although the OS of CRC patients with serum CEA higher than the cutoff value was worse than those with lower CEA level,the difference between the two groups was not statistically significant(P=0.075).CONCLUSION For patients with T2N0M0 or T3N0M0 CRC,preoperative platelet count was a protective factor for DFS,while serum CEA level was an independent risk factor for OS.Given that these measures are easier to detect and more acceptable to patients,they may have broader applications.展开更多
基金the Nation Natural Science Foundation of China (No.814737627, No.81673947)the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality (No.17401933500)the Shanghai Municipal Population and Family Planning Commission (No.201740059).
文摘Objective:Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)has been extensively used as one of popular alternative therapies for several cancers.However,it remains unclear whether TCM treatment is associated with longer survival in lung cancer patients.In this study,we explored the effect of long-term TCM treatment on patients with different stages of lung cancer.Methods:All information of lung cancer patients with stage I-III disease from January 2007 to September 2015 was collected for this retrospective cohort study.Those who were treated with TCM after surgery were divided into TCM group and the others were into the non-TCM group(control group).All patients were regularly followed up by clinic appointment or phone,and all survival data were collected from databases after the last follow-up in October 2017.Results:A total of 575 patients were included in this study,with 299 patients in the TCM group and 276 in the control group.For all patients,5-year disease-free survival(DFS)was 62.2% in TCM group and 42.1% in the control group,and 6-year DFSs were 51.8% and 35.4%,respectively(HR=0.51,95% CI:0.40 to 0.66,log-rank P≤0.001).For patients with stage I,5-year DFSs were 83.7%(TCM group)and 57.5%(control group)and 6-year DFSs were 73.7% and 51.9%,respectively(HR=0.30,95% CI:0.18 to 0.50,log-rank P≤0.001).For patients with stage II in the TCM group and the control group,5-year DFSs were 59.4% and 17.6% and 6-year DFSs were 44.7% and 17.6%,respectively(HR=0.31,95% CI:0.19 to 0.52,log-rank P≤0.001),and for patients with stage III,5-year and 6-year DFSs in the TCM group were 18.7% and 12.5% compared with 28.4% and 20.3% in the control group(HR=1.06,95% CI:0.72 to 1.56,log-rank P=0.76).Conclusions:This study demonstrated that long-term TCM treatment as an adjuvant therapy is able to improve the DFS of postoperative stage I-III lung cancer patients,especially in patients with stage I and II disease.However,these observational findings need being validated by large sample randomized controlled trials.
基金Supported by Research Fund Project of Anhui Institute of Translational Medicine,No.2021zhyx-C54Foundation of Anhui Medical University,No.2019xkj146National and Provincial Key Specialty Construction Plan,No.Z155080000004。
文摘BACKGROUND Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is the most common type of liver cancer and has a high risk of invasion and metastasis along with a poor prognosis.AIM To investigate the independent predictive markers for disease-free survival(DFS)in patients with HCC and establish a trustworthy nomogram.METHODS In this study,445 patients who were hospitalized in The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical College between December 2009 and December 2014 were retrospectively examined.The survival curve was plotted using the Kaplan–Meier method and survival was determined using the log-rank test.To identify the prognostic variables,multivariate Cox regression analyses were carried out.To predict the DFS in patients with HCC,a nomogram was created.C-indices and receiver operator characteristic curves were used to evaluate the nomogram’s performance.Decision curve analysis(DCA)was used to evaluate the clinical application value of the nomogram.RESULTS Longer DFS was observed in patients with the following characteristics:elderly,I–II stage,and no history of hepatitis B.The calibration curve showed that this nomogram was reliable and had a higher area under the curve value than the tumor node metastasis(TNM)stage.Moreover,the DCA curve revealed that the nomogram had good clinical applicability in predicting 3-and 5-year DFS in HCC patients after surgery.CONCLUSION Age,TNM stage,and history of hepatitis B infection were independent factors for DFS in HCC patients,and a novel nomogram for DFS of HCC patients was created and validated.
基金the help and strong support of Departments the Chinese Animal Health and Epidemic Center,Guangdong Rsearch Institute of Entomology,Harbin Veterinary Research Institute of Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences,the Agriculture,Fisheries and Conservation Department of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Jockey Club etc.,during the entomophily and wild animals prevention and control in the disease-free zone of Guangzhou Asian Games
文摘[ Objective] In order to construct the specific equine disease-free zone of of the Guangzhou Asian Games, to ensure that the equestrian events of Guangzhou Asian Games be smoothly held. [Methods] The species, quantities, distribution and seasonal variations of insects and wild animals in related zones were investigated from 2008 to 2010, and the collected samples of the insects and wild animals were tested in laboratory for related equine diseases. [Results] The investigations indicated that there were some mosquitoes, flies, horseflies, punkies, ticks, bats, wild birds and wild bears in equastrianism venue and peripheral regions of disease-free zone of the Guangzhou Asian Games, the laboratory results of Japa- nese encephalitis, vesicular stomatitis, Nipah virus disease, West Nile fever, and Trypanosomiasis evansi, were all negative. According to the in- vestigations and test results, the risk assessments of insect and wild animal vectors in the prevalence of related equine diseases were made to con- firm that the risk was relatively low or very low, and comprehensive prevention and control measures with prevention as major measures and insecti- cides application and environment managements as supplementary means were made on the basis of the risk assessment conclusions. [ Conclu- sions] This research has laid a solid foundation for the successful building of the first specific equine disease-free zone in our country, ensured the smooth holding of the 16th equastdan competition in Guangzhou Asian Games.
文摘[Objective]The model of regionalization management of specific equine disease-free zone were analysed and discussed. [Methods]International animal epidemics regionalization management experience and specific equine disease-free zone establishment were analysed and discussed based on the State and OIE principles. [Results]The regionalization management of specific equine disease-free zone with county administrative regions level of international recognition was established first in China,combined with the region's geographical barrier and animal health. [Conclusion]The aim is to to provide experience and reference for other areas to establish specific disease-free zone.
基金This study was reviewed and approved by the Ethics Review Committee of the Research Ethics Committee,Tokai University School of Medicine(23RC011).
文摘BACKGROUND Although intracorporeal anastomosis(IA)for colon cancer requires longer operative time than extracorporeal anastomosis(EA),its short-term postoperative results,such as early recovery of bowel movement,have been reported to be equal or better.As IA requires opening the intestinal tract in the abdominal cavity under pneumoperitoneum,there are concerns about intraperitoneal bacterial infection and recurrence of peritoneal dissemination due to the spread of bacteria and tumor cells.However,intraperitoneal bacterial contamination and medium-term oncological outcomes have not been clarified.abdominal cavity in IA.METHODS Of 127 patients who underwent laparoscopic colon resection for colon cancer from April 2015 to December 2020,75 underwent EA(EA group),and 52 underwent IA(IA group).After propensity score matching,the primary endpoint was 3-year disease-free survival rates,and secondary endpoints were 3-year overall survival rates,type of recurrence,surgical site infection(SSI)incidence,number of days on antibiotics,and postoperative biological responses.RESULTS Three-year disease-free survival rates did not significantly differ between the IA and EA groups(87.2%and 82.7%,respectively,P=0.4473).The 3-year overall survival rates also did not significantly differ between the IA and EA groups(94.7%and 94.7%,respectively;P=0.9891).There was no difference in the type of recurrence between the two groups.In addition,there were no significant differences in SSI incidence or the number of days on antibiotics;however,postoperative biological responses,such as the white blood cell count(10200 vs 8650/mm^(3),P=0.0068),C-reactive protein(6.8 vs 4.5 mg/dL,P=0.0011),and body temperature(37.7 vs 37.5℃,P=0.0079),were significantly higher in the IA group.CONCLUSION IA is an anastomotic technique that should be widely performed because its risk of intraperitoneal bacterial contamination and medium-term oncological outcomes are comparable to those of EA.
基金the grants 2022B1212010006 and UICR0600008-6 from the Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory IRADSthe grants R0400001-22 and R0400025-21 from Guangdong Higher Education Upgrading Plan(2021-2025)of“Rushing to the Top,Making Up Shortcomings and Strengthening Special Features"with UIC research,grant 2023YFE0204000 from the National Key R&D Program of China,grants 2020A20070 and 2021AKP0003 from Macao Science and Technology Development Fund+3 种基金Macao,grant 2023B1212060013 from the Science and Technology Planning Project of Guangdong Province,grant 82273204 from the National Natural Science Foundation of China,grants 2023A1515012412 and 2023A1515011214 from Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation,grants 2023A03J0722 and 202206010078 from the Guangzhou Science and Technology Projectgrant 2018007 from the Sun Yat-Sen University Clinical Research 5010 Programgrant SYS-C-201801 from the Sun Yat-Sen Clinical Research Cultivating Programgrant A2020558 from the Guangdong Medical Science and Technology Program,grant 7670020025 from Tencent Charity Foundation,grants YXQH202209 and SYSQH-II-2024-07 from the Sun Yat-sen Pilot Scientific Research Fund,and grant 2023KQNCX138 from Guangdong Provincial Introduction of Innovative Research and Development Team.
文摘Background:The prognosis of breast cancer is often unfavorable,emphasizing the need for early metastasis risk detection and accurate treatment predictions.This study aimed to develop a novel multi-modal deep learning model using preoperative data to predict disease-free survival(DFS).Methods:We retrospectively collected pathology imaging,molecular and clinical data from The Cancer Genome Atlas and one independent institution in China.We developed a novel Deep Learning Clinical Medicine Based Pathological Gene Multi-modal(DeepClinMed-PGM)model for DFS prediction,integrating clinicopathological data with molecular insights.The patients included the training cohort(n=741),internal validation cohort(n=184),and external testing cohort(n=95).Result:Integrating multi-modal data into the DeepClinMed-PGM model significantly improved area under the receiver operating characteristic curve(AUC)values.In the training cohort,AUC values for 1-,3-,and 5-year DFS predictions increased to 0.979,0.957,and 0.871,while in the external testing cohort,the values reached 0.851,0.878,and 0.938 for 1-,2-,and 3-year DFS predictions,respectively.The DeepClinMed-PGM's robust discriminative capabilities were consistently evident across various cohorts,including the training cohort[hazard ratio(HR)0.027,95%confidence interval(CI)0.0016-0.046,P<0.0001],the internal validation cohort(HR 0.117,95%CI 0.041-0.334,P<0.0001),and the external cohort(HR 0.061,95%CI 0.017-0.218,P<0.0001).Additionally,the DeepClinMed-PGM model demonstrated C-index values of 0.925,0.823,and 0.864 within the three cohorts,respectively.Conclusion:This study introduces an approach to breast cancer prognosis,integrating imaging and molecular and clinical data for enhanced predictive accuracy,offering promise for personalized treatment strategies.
文摘BACKGROUND The albumin-bilirubin(ALBI)score is a serum biochemical indicator of liver function and has been proven to have prognostic value in a variety of cancers.In colorectal cancer(CRC),a high ALBI score tends to be associated with poorer survival.AIM To investigate the correlation between the preoperative ALBI score and outcomes in CRC patients who underwent radical surgery.METHODS Patients who underwent radical CRC surgery between January 2011 and January 2020 at a single clinical center were included.The ALBI score was calculated by the formula(log10 bilirubin×0.66)+(albumin×-0.085),and the cutoff value for grouping patients was-2.8.The short-term outcomes,overall survival(OS),and disease-free survival(DFS)were calculated.RESULTS A total of 4025 CRC patients who underwent radical surgery were enrolled in this study,and there were 1908 patients in the low ALBI group and 2117 patients in the high ALBI group.Cox regression analysis revealed that age,tumor size,tumor stage,ALBI score,and overall complications were independent risk factors for OS;age,tumor stage,ALBI score,and overall complications were identified as independent risk factors for DFS.CONCLUSION A high preoperative ALBI score is correlated with adverse short-term outcomes,and the ALBI score is an independent risk factor for OS and DFS in patients with CRC undergoing radical surgery.
文摘BACKGROUND In recent years,the incidence of colorectal cancer(CRC)has been increasing.With the popularization of endoscopic technology,a number of early CRC has been diagnosed.However,despite current treatment methods,some patients with early CRC still experience postoperative recurrence and metastasis.AIM To search for indicators associated with early CRC recurrence and metastasis to identify high-risk populations.METHODS A total of 513 patients with pT2N0M0 or pT3N0M0 CRC were retrospectively enrolled in this study.Results of blood routine test,liver and kidney function tests and tumor markers were collected before surgery.Patients were followed up through disease-specific database and telephone interviews.Tumor recurrence,metastasis or death were used as the end point of study to find the risk factors and predictive value related to early CRC recurrence and metastasis.RESULTS We comprehensively compared the predictive value of preoperative blood routine,blood biochemistry and tumor markers for disease-free survival(DFS)and overall survival(OS)of CRC.Cox multivariate analysis demonstrated that low platelet count was significantly associated with poor DFS[hazard ratio(HR)=0.995,95% confidence interval(CI):0.991-0.999,P=0.015],while serum carcinoembryonic antigen(CEA)level(HR=1.008,95%CI:1.001-1.016,P=0.027)and serum total cholesterol level(HR=1.538,95%CI:1.026-2.305,P=0.037)were independent risk factors for OS.The cutoff value of serum CEA level for predicting OS was 2.74 ng/mL.Although the OS of CRC patients with serum CEA higher than the cutoff value was worse than those with lower CEA level,the difference between the two groups was not statistically significant(P=0.075).CONCLUSION For patients with T2N0M0 or T3N0M0 CRC,preoperative platelet count was a protective factor for DFS,while serum CEA level was an independent risk factor for OS.Given that these measures are easier to detect and more acceptable to patients,they may have broader applications.