A 74-year-old woman presents with a 2-week history of obstipation and a nearly obstructing cancer of the distal sigmoid. Computed tomography of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis also shows evidence of extensive lung and liver metastases. What is the best initial treatment option for this patient?

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