Colorectal Cancer

Expert colorectal cancer care with minimally invasive surgical options

Overview

Colorectal cancer affects the colon or rectum and is highly treatable when detected early. Our gastroenterology and surgical oncology team provides comprehensive screening, diagnosis, and treatment using advanced techniques including robotic surgery and targeted therapies.

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Speak with our specialists about colorectal cancer treatment options.

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Signs & Symptoms

  • Change in bowel habits (diarrhea or constipation)
  • Blood in stool or rectal bleeding
  • Persistent abdominal discomfort or cramping
  • Feeling of incomplete bowel emptying
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Fatigue and weakness
  • Narrow or ribbon-like stools

Risk Factors

  • Age over 50
  • Personal or family history of polyps or colorectal cancer
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Inherited syndromes (Lynch syndrome, FAP)
  • Diet high in red and processed meats
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Obesity and diabetes

How We Diagnose Colorectal Cancer

Colonoscopy with biopsy

Virtual colonoscopy (CT colonography)

Fecal occult blood test (FOBT)

Fecal immunochemical test (FIT)

Stool DNA test

CT scan and MRI staging

CEA blood test

Molecular profiling

Treatment Options

Surgery

Minimally invasive or robotic-assisted colectomy for tumor removal with precise lymph node dissection.

Radiation Therapy

Often used for rectal cancer before surgery to shrink tumors and reduce recurrence risk.

Chemotherapy

FOLFOX, FOLFIRI, or other regimens used before or after surgery to improve outcomes.

Targeted Therapy

Drugs targeting VEGF or EGFR pathways for advanced colorectal cancer.

Immunotherapy

Effective for microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) colorectal cancers.

Our Colorectal Cancer Specialists

DP

Dr. P Kaushik Rao

Oncologist

DG

Dr. Gurram Sreeram

Oncologist

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I start colorectal cancer screening?
Average-risk adults should begin screening at age 45. Those with family history or other risk factors may need to start earlier.
Are polyps always cancerous?
No, most polyps are benign. However, certain types (adenomatous polyps) can develop into cancer over time, which is why they are removed during colonoscopy.
What is the recovery time after colorectal surgery?
With minimally invasive techniques, most patients recover within 2-4 weeks. Full recovery may take 6-8 weeks depending on the extent of surgery.

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Our team is here to support you through every stage of your cancer journey. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

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