What is Colorectal Cancer
Related Entries: DefinitionsThe term Colorectal Cancer is related to the colon and the rectum, or to the entire large bowel.
Colorectal cancer includes cancerous growths in the colon, rectum and appendix.
It is the third most common form of cancer and the second leading cause of death among cancers in the Western world.
Many colorectal cancers are thought to arise from polyps in the colon.
These mushroom-like growths are usually benign, but some may develop into cancer over time.
Diagnosis is by colonoscopy.
Therapy is usually through surgery, with many cases also requiring chemotherapy.
Posted on August 18, 2005 10:22 AM
