COLON CANCER
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What is Colon Cancer ?
- Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that begins in the colon or rectum, which are parts of the large intestine and the lower end of the digestive tract, respectively.
SYMPTOMS
- A change in your bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation
- Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool
- A feeling that your bowel doesn’t empty completely
- Weakness or fatigue
- Unexplained weight loss
Risk Factor
- Older age – majority older than 50
- African-American race. African-Americans have a greater risk
- A personal history of colorectal cancer or polyps.
- Inflammatory intestinal conditions – ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease
- Inherited syndromes that increase colon cancer risk
- Family history of colon cancer
- Low-fiber, high-fat diet
- A sedentary lifestyle
- Obesity
- Smoking
- Alcohol
DIAGNOSIS
- Colonoscopy
- CT Scan
- Blood Test (CEA)
TREATMENT
The three primary treatment options are surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
- Surgery for early-stage colon cancer
– Removing polyps during a colonoscopy.
– Endoscopic mucosal resection.
– Minimally invasive surgery – using laparoscopic surgery - Surgery for invasive colon cancer
– Partial colectomy
– Lymph node removal
Prevention
Reducing the risk of colon cancer can be achieved through lifestyle changes such as:
- Maintaining a healthy diet (high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains)
- Regular exercise
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption
- Regular screenings, especially if you have a higher risk due to personal or family medical history
If you have concerns or symptoms related to colon cancer, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional for evaluation and appropriate screening.
Laparoscopic Surgeries
- Laparoscopic Appendiectomy
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Adhesinolysis
- Laparoscopic TEP / TAPP
- Laparoscopic Splenectomy
- Laparoscopic IPOM
- Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
- Laparoscopic Fundoplication
- Laparoscopic Colectomy
- Laparoscopic Liver Surgery
- Laparoscopic Small Bowel Resection
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- OPD Time
Monday – Saturday
Morning10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening04:00 PM – 07:00 PM
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