It starts with a polyp, if treated with the removal of the polyp, then no chance of conversion to cancer.
Common Symptoms - Bleeding per rectum
Constipation
Unexplained anemia
Pain abdomen
If diagnosed early, colorectal cancer has a 5-year survival of up to 90%.
Even stage IV colorectal cancers can be cured in 30-40% of patients with advancements in surgical technology and treatment modalities.
Colonoscopy - best modality to diagnose and take a biopsy.
Complete oncological removal of the tumor is possible laparoscopically / robot-assisted (keyhole surgery).
