The liver is the most frequent site for colorectal cancers to spread (metastasized). Here, treatments may slow the spread of cancer and even prolong survival. Cure is very rare.
When cancer has spread, surgery to remove or bypass obstructions in the intestine may be performed. In these circumstances, surgery is considered palliative in that it may improve symptoms but will not lead to cure. In rare cases, metastatic colon cancer may be cured...
Read moreA research study conducted by Professor Amrita Ahluwalia and her colleagues emphasizes the potential effectiveness of a natural and... Read more »
Scientists have found genetic changes in colon cancer cells says a New York Times article. If you have a relative with colon cancer, this... Read more »
1. I have ulcerative colitis, how often do I need to have a colonoscopy? There are essentially two reasons to do a colonoscopy in... Read more »
A shrewdly designed study adds support to the idea that vitamin D may play a role in breast and colon cancer risk reduction. The study... Read more »
A colon resection is a surgical procedure that removes part or all of the large intestine. This may be necessary in the treatment of some... Read more »
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Radiation TreatmentRadiation therapy uses x-rays to kill cancer cells that might remain after an operation or to shrink large tumors before an... Read more »
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Colonic irrigation is the process of flushing large amounts of water into the intestinal tract, reaching the upper portions of the bowel.Enemas have... Read more »
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Colorectal cancer; Cancer - colon; Rectal cancer; Cancer - rectum; Adenocarcinoma - colon; Colon - adenocarcinomaSymptomsMany cases of colon cancer... Read more »
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A diagnosis of cancer will lead to staging and other tests to help determine the outlook and the appropriate treatments. Treatment for colorectal... Read more »
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ChemotherapyChemotherapy Drugs and RegimensSeven drugs are currently approved for colorectal cancer chemotherapy:5-fluorouracil (5-FU, Adrucil),... Read more »