Colon Cancer Treatment in India, Colon Cancer Hospitals in India

Colon Cancer, Colorectal cancer, Rectal cancer, Cancer - rectum, Adenocarcinoma - colon; Colon - adenocarcinoma Treatment at world class hospitals in India

** PLEASE DESCRIBE THIS IMAGE ** Colorectal cancer, commonly known as bowel cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in the world, but it is more common in developed countries. Its symptoms usually are rectal bleeding and anaemia associated with weight loss and changes in bowel habits.

Colorectal Cancer initially starts in the lining of the bowel and if left untreated, can grow into the muscle layers underneath, and then through the bowel wall. Cancers that are confined within the wall of the colon are often curable with surgery. In more advanced stages Chemotherapy is helpful in extending the person life and improving quality of life.

RISK FACTORS - You are likely to have a higher risk for colon cancer if you :

Are older than 60
Are African American of eastern European descent
Eat a diet high in red or processed meats
Have cancer elsewhere in the body
Have colorectal polyps
Have inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis)
Have a family history of colon cancer
Have a personal history of breast cancer

How is for Colon Cancer diagnosed?

Colonoscopy: An endoscope is inserted into the rectum and advanced through the colon, through this the doctor can examine the entire colon.
Diagnosis is confirmed with a colon biopsy - Stage of disease is confirmed by pathologists and imaging tests, such as computerized tomography (CT or CAT) scans.
Endoscopic ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may also be used to stage rectal cancer
Sigmoidoscopy: In this an endoscope is interested in the rectum and moved through the left side of the colon. It cannot be used to view the middle and right sides of the colon.
Fecal occult blood test (FOBT) along with Complete blood count (CBC) to check for anemia and CT , MRI or PET scans of the abdomen, pelvic area

Treatment Options available for Colon Cancer at Top Cancer Hospitals in India

Minimal Invasive Laparoscopic Colon Cancer Surgery

The surgeon enters the abdomen by placing a canula (a narrow tube like instrument) into the abdomen (belly) through a small incision (½ -- ¼ inch)
Carbon Dioxide gas is pumped into the abdomen through the port (cannula) to puff-up or inflate the belly, making working room for the surgeon.
A laparoscope (a tiny telescope connected to a video camera) is placed through the canula, and allows the surgeon to see a magnified lighted view of the internal organs on a TV monitor
2 to 4 other canulas are inserted to allow use of special instruments to work inside the abdominal cavity (belly).
If a portion of the colon is removed, one of the small canula incisions is slightly enlarged to permit removal of the tissue.

Advantages of Minimal Invasive Laparoscopic Colon Cancer Surgery

Minimally invasive, Less surgical trauma, shorter hospitalization, Improved cosmetic results

Reduced post operative pain, faster recovery and return to daily activities and normal diet.
Less postoperative pain killer requirement

Other Modalities for Colon Cancer treatment available at our hospitals in India

** PLEASE DESCRIBE THIS IMAGE ** Colectomy - Large bowel resection is surgery to remove all or part of your large bowel. This surgery is also called colectomy. The large bowel is also called the large intestine or colon. Removal of the entire colon and the rectum is called a proctocolectomy. Removal of part or all of the colon but not the rectum is called subtotal colectomy.

Chemotherapy - Almost all patients with stage III colon cancer should receive chemotherapy after surgery for approximately 6 - 8 months. The chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil has been shown to increase the chance of a cure in certain patients. Chemotherapy is also used to improve symptoms and prolong survival in patients with stage IV colon cancer.

Radiofrequency Ablation for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer -Radiofrequency ablation leverages the power of microwave technology to help destroy colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver, the most common site to which the disease can spread. Radiofrequency ablation helps the surgeons and radiologists at Cancer Treatment Centers of America eliminate small liver tumors, often without the risks and discomfort associated with traditional surgery. Radiofrequency ablation is also less invasive and less painful.

Estimated Cost for Treatment for Colon Cancer Treatment at World Class Hospitals in India

The patient needs to be admitted for 2 days at the hospital and following tests are carried:

CT , MRI or PET scans of the abdomen, pelvic area
Colon biopsy - to confirm stage of disease
Sigmoidoscopy
Fecal occult blood test (FOBT), Complete blood count (CBC)

Estimated Cost of above Evaluation Cost Estimate - $1500 to 1800 US Dollars

After the above tests are done the patient can be informed by the specialists about the treatment most appropriate for him and the cost estimate for the same.

Note: Estimate Costs above include stay in a Private Room where a Companion can stay with the patient surgeon fee, medicines and consumables, nursing care, food and Airport Pick & Drop. More accurate treatment cost estimates can be provided if medical reports are emailed to us or after the patient is examined by doctors after arrival at hospital in India and medical tests are done after admission.

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