Immunotherapy for Colon Cancer Treatment
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with colon cancer, identifying the treatment approach that’s best for you and your particular circumstances is
Cancers described as colorectal may start in the colon or the rectum. These two components of our digestive system form the large intestine, which is part of the gastrointestinal tract. The colon is the longest portion of the large intestine, and runs from the small intestine at one end to the rectum, a chamber that in turn connects with the anus. Partially digested food travels through the large intestine. Along the way, water and salts are absorbed and stools are formed. Those stools then pass through the rectum and are eliminated via the anus during a bowel movement. Colon cancers are malignant growths that often interfere with these normal functions, frequently causing constipation and pain, among other symptoms. Further, they may metastasize, or spread, to other portions of the gastrointestinal tract or even other parts of the body. The cancer specialists at Regional Cancer Care Associates offer diagnosis and treatment for all types of colon cancer in New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, and the Washington, D.C., area.
There are several different types of colon cancer, including:
The most common type of colon cancer, adenocarcinoma forms in cells that create mucus. This lubricating mucus helps move stool along the large intestine, all the way through the rectum and anus. When cells in the lining of the colon mutate and grow uncontrollably, polyps may form.
There are different types of polyps, or growths, that form on the inner lining of the colon. Adenomatous polyps, or adenomas, may become cancerous, or malignant. Polyps are removed during colonoscopies and biopsies and then examined for colon cancer.
These tumors develop in neuroendocrine cells that are scattered throughout the intestines. The cells help regulate the production of hormones, assisting in the release of gastric juices and influencing the speed with which food travels through the digestive system.
This is an uncommon type of colon cancer that forms in the interstitial cells of Cajal, which set the pace of muscle contractions in the colon. These contractions move food and gastric liquids through the system.
These soft tissue cancers form in connective tissue, blood vessels, and muscle layers of the intestine. They are rarely found in colon cancer.
From the moment you have you first appointment at one of RCCA’s 25+ locations, you’ll experience quality care that only our highly trained oncologists can provide. We’ll take the time to help you understand your diagnosis and your options, so you and your doctor can devise the best treatment plan for your unique situation. You’ll also have access to clinical trials, putting you at the forefront of innovations in the field of colon cancer care.
To learn more about colon cancer treatment at RCCA or to schedule an appointment, reach out to us at 844-346-7222.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with colon cancer, identifying the treatment approach that’s best for you and your particular circumstances is
Some symptoms of colon cancer may not be easy to diagnose. Read about the more uncommon symptoms on Regional Cancer Care Associates’ online blog.
Colon cancer continues to be one of the most common cancer types diagnosed in men and women in the United States. The American Cancer Society
When standard cancer treatments aren’t providing the results you want, clinical trials may offer hope. Our physicians use clinical trials to study new treatments, helping transform cancer care for the better. You can enroll in a clinical trial to try groundbreaking treatment plans at zero cost to you.
Regional Cancer Care Associates is one of fewer than 200 medical practices in the country selected to participate in the Oncology Care Model (OCM); a recent Medicare initiative aimed at improving care coordination and access to and quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries undergoing chemotherapy treatment.