Biliary Metastases from Colon Cancer: A Rare Differential Diagnosis for Obstructive Jaundice

Review Data

Q: Is the topic relevant to the journal's area of interest? Is it contemporary and interesting for

researchers?

A: Good

Abstract & Keywords

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A: Good

Goal

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A: Good

Structure

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A: Good

Tools and Methods

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A: Good

Discussion & Conclusion

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A: Good

Comments: The Discussion illustrates the rarity of the metastatic infiltration of the biliary tree in the manifestation of colorectal cancer. Further, it points out the way of diagnosis and also highlights that sometimes the diagnosis can be challenging. Also, the Discussion summarizes the case indicating the mixed morphology and extent of the disease. The authors also put forth limited evidence in the diagnosis of the disease and poor prognosis.

Literature

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A: Good

Author's knowledge

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A: Good

Length

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A: Good

Figures & Tables

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A: Good

Writing style

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A: Good

Further comments on the paper

Comments: The Case Report presents a 59-year-old female diagnosed with biliary colorectal metastases following extensive multifocal involvement and discusses the challenges of its diagnosis and treatment. This report contributes to the literature on the rare manifestation of colorectal metastasis, highlighting its diagnosis and therapeutic challenges.

Q: Would you recommend this manuscript for further publication?

A: Yes - Suitable to be published

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