Rectal cancer survivors are individuals who have been diagnosed and treated for cancer in the rectum, which is the final portion of the large intestine. These survivors may have undergone surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of treatments to remove or treat the cancer. Research in this area focuses on understanding the long-term effects of treatment on survivors' quality of life, physical and mental health, and overall well-being. It also explores ways to improve survivorship care and support for individuals who have overcome rectal cancer.