Get Expert Treatment for Colorectal Cancer - Dr. Neeraj Goel

1. Colorectal cancer is cancer that develops in the large intestine (colon or rectum). Based on the location of the cancer, it is also known as colon cancer or rectal cancer. Because they share many characteristics, colon and rectal cancer are frequently classified together. It is always preferable to catch these early in order to receive curativetreatment. • What causes colorectal cancer todevelop? • The majority of colorectal cancers begin as growths on the lining of the colon or rectum. Polyps are the medical term for thesegrowths. • Some polyps can develop into cancer over time (usually over many years), but not all polyps do. The likelihood of a polyp developing into cancer is determined by the type ofpolyp. • Polyps are classified into severaltypes: • Adenomatous polyps (adenomas): These polyps can develop into cancer. As a result, adenomas are classified as a pre-cancerous condition. Adenomas are classified into three types: tubular, villous, andtubulovillous. • Hyperplastic and inflammatory polyps: These are more common, but they are not pre-cancerous in most cases. Some people with large (more than 1cm) hyperplastic polyps may require more frequent colorectal cancer screening with a colonoscopy. • Traditional serrated adenomas (TSA) and sessile serrated polyps (SSP): Because of the increased risk of colorectal cancer, these polyps are frequently treated asadenomas. • Other factors that can increase the likelihood of a polyp containing cancer or increase someone's risk of developing colorectal cancerinclude: • If a polyp larger than 1 cm isdiscovered, • If dysplasia is discovered in the polyp after it has been removed. Another precancerous condition is dysplasia. It means that there is an area in a polyp or the lining of the colon or rectum where the cells appear abnormal but have not developed intocancer. • In clinical practise, how many differenttypes of colorectal cancer areseen?

2. Adenocarcinomas account for approximately 95% of colorectal cancers. Other, less common types of colorectal cancer are asfollows: • Sarcomas • Lymphomas • Carcinoidtumors • Gastrointestinal stromaltumors • What are the treatment options forcolorectal cancer? • Colorectal cancer treatment optionsinclude: • Surgery • Chemotherapy • Radiotherapy • The most common treatment option is surgery, which removes malignant tumours and nearby lymph nodes to reduce the risk of cancer spreading while also curing the patient. The surgery can be done Robotic, laparoscopic or traditional open means. The recovery after robotic/ laparoscopic surgery is early andbetter.