Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
During surgery, it is found that a client with adenocarcinoma of the rectum has positive peritoneal lymph nodes. What is the next most likely site of metastasis?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Rectal adenocarcinoma commonly metastasizes to the liver via the portal vein and lymphatics, making it the most likely next site.