Colon cancer develops in the large intestine, most often from a pre-existing polyp. Screening colonoscopy allows many colon cancers to be caught at an early, highly curable stage, and laparoscopic surgery now allows most patients to recover faster with smaller incisions than traditional open surgery.
Recognising the Symptoms
- Persistent change in bowel habit — diarrhoea, constipation, or narrowing of stool
- Blood in the stool or rectal bleeding
- Abdominal cramping, bloating, or pain
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue related to unexplained anaemia
Diagnosis & Staging
Colonoscopy with biopsy is the definitive diagnostic test, and CT imaging of the chest, abdomen and pelvis is used to stage the disease and rule out spread to the liver or lungs, which are the most common sites of metastasis.
Surgical Treatment
The standard treatment is laparoscopic or robotic-assisted colectomy, removing the cancer-bearing segment along with its regional lymph nodes. For locally advanced disease, chemotherapy after surgery reduces the risk of recurrence.
Why Choose Dr. Abhishek Mitra
- Postdoctoral (HBNI) fellowship in GI & HPB Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Extensive experience in surgical oncology with minimally invasive and robotic techniques
- Multidisciplinary treatment planning coordinated with medical and radiation oncology
- Individualised surgical approach based on tumour stage, location, and patient fitness
Conclusion
Early diagnosis and expert surgical care make a significant difference in outcomes for Colon Cancer. If you or a family member have been advised to consider treatment for this condition, a detailed evaluation can help determine the most appropriate course of care for your situation.
Concerned About Colon Cancer?
Book a consultation with Dr. Abhishek Mitra for a thorough evaluation.