Surgical Treatment of Colorectal Cancer

Description

Colorectal cancer (CRC), also known as bowel cancer and colon cancer, is the development of cancer from the colon or rectum (parts of the large intestine). Most colorectal cancers are due to old age and lifestyle factors, with only a small number of cases due to underlying genetic disorders. Treatments used for colorectal cancer may include some combination of surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and targeted therapy. This book provides explanation on the treatment of colorectal in standardized ways that take into account technological advances and the trend towards individually tailored therapy. Readers will find careful, well-illustrated descriptions of the standard surgical techniques for rectal cancer and colon cancer that have contributed to recent improvements. In this book extent and timing of surgery, patient safety, risk of complications, and unresolved issues are all discussed. The use of surgery within the context of multimodal management including chemotherapy and radiotherapy is also explained in this book. The book will serve as a valuable reference for surgeons, young surgeons who are in training, experienced practitioners who want to enhance their knowledge and skills, and all others who wish to learn about this field.