CRP and colorectal cancer: The aim of this study was to examine the association between perioperative blood transfusion and the magnitude of postoperative systemic inflammatory response, in particular C-reactive protein (CRP) and albumin, which have been reported to be reliable indicators of the magnitude of surgical injury.11 Furthermore, the study aimed to examine the impact of blood transfusion on the development of postoperative complications and long-term outcomes following surgery for colorectal cancer.