The management of synchronous prostate and rectal cancer is a\nchalleging task for the general surgeons and urologists, due to the\ncomplex anatomy of the pelvis and the sequential significant effects\non the patient�s functional independency and quality of life. As both\nrectal and prostate cancers still remain leading causes of death in\nthe male population, along with the increase of the average life expectancy,\nit is certain that synchronous prostate and rectal cancer\nwill be a clinical scenario that the clinicians of the future will encounter\nmore frequently. Our aim is to perform a comprehensive\nreview on the management of this oncological entity, focusing on\nthe significance of multidisciplinary approach which will enable the\nformation of an accurate strategy plan, having at all times the patient\nin the center of desicion-making.
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