Urogenital dysfunction is a common problem in patients who have received treatment for rectal cancer, often due to damage to pelvic autonomic nerves. In this Review, the authors discuss the neuroanatomy of the pelvis and the surgical techniques which can result in nerve damage, as well as considering possible approaches to reducing the poor urological outcomes associated with rectal cancer treatment.
- Marilyne M. Lange
- Cornelis J. H. van de Velde
