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Colorectal Cancer Surgery treatment in Dhakuria

Colorectal Cancer Surgery

Colorectal Cancer Surgery in Dhakuria

Colorectal cancer is predominantly treated with surgery, which can range from minimally invasive approaches, such as removing a polyp during Colonoscopy, to more extensive procedures where, in rare cases, the entire colon may be removed. Surgery aims to excise the tumour along with any damaged colon tissues, surrounding tissues, organs, and lymph nodes.

In addition to the surgery, patients are advised to undergo Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy for effective cancer removal. These treatments, when administered before surgery, help shrink tumour cells, and when administered after surgery, they help destroy the cancer cells left behind.

At Manipal Hospitals, the best Hospital for Colorectal Cancer Surgery in Dhakuria, the successful treatment of colorectal cancer is made possible by employing surgical techniques such as Polypectomy, Colectomy, and Resections. Our multidisciplinary team will develop a personalised plan to treat your colorectal cancer, tailored to your needs. The earlier the doctor finds and treats the cancer, the greater the likelihood of successful outcomes.

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FAQ's

You might need surgery in the following cases:

  • When the polyp is completely or partially removed and is found to have invasive cancer cells.

  • Patients until stage III colorectal cancer

  • Patients with advanced colorectal cancer (stage IV) that has spread to the liver or lungs but can be removed with surgery.

  • Patients with advanced cancer that can obstruct the colon or cause other major health issues.

Surgery is the primary treatment for colorectal cancer; it removes the cancer and surrounding affected tissue. Following surgery, some patients may require a Colostomy. Other treatment options include Chemotherapy or Targeted therapy, which can be performed in addition to surgery. Radiation Therapy is a treatment option for rectal cancer, but not for colon cancer.
 

Depending on the cancer’s origin, its stage, and your health status, you may undergo the following surgical intervention for treating colorectal cancer:

  • Local Resection: Early-stage colorectal cancer can be managed with local excision. The cancerous polyps along the lining of the rectum and colon can be removed with this technique.

  • Colectomy: Depending on the extent of cancer spread, a partial or complete removal of the colon or rectum is performed.

  • Partial Colectomy with Anastomosis: If a large tumour is involved, then the cancer is removed with healthy surrounding tissues. The remaining healthy colon is reattached.

  • Partial Colectomy with Colostomy: When a part of the colon is removed and the remaining healthy colon cannot be rejoined, a Colostomy (procedure to create a small opening outside the body) is done.

  • Total Colectomy: When several polyps are present within the colon lining, doctors advise complete colon removal.

  • Resection: A part of the colon or rectum and nearby lymph nodes are removed. There are two types of resection, depending on the extent of the cancer.

  • Lower Anterior Resection: Until third-stage rectal cancer, the doctor recommends Lower Anterior Resection, where a part of the affected rectum is removed. The healthy rectum is reconnected after the damaged tissues are completely removed.

  • Abdominoperineal Resection: The procedure is recommended if cancer originates in the sphincter or levator muscles. The surgeon removes the affected rectum, anus, and sphincter muscles. 

  • Diverting Colostomy: During advanced stages of cancer, when the rectum gets completely blocked and does not allow the stool to pass, this procedure is advised. The procedure helps relieve the blockage so that the patient recovers better.

Some of the diagnostic procedures you have to undergo before surgery are:

  • Colonoscopy

  • Biopsy of the polyp or suspected tissues

  • Blood tests

  • Imaging tests such as CT, MRI, and PET

The day before surgery, you need to eat a special diet and use laxatives to clean your bowel. You will have to stop eating for several hours before the surgery. The doctors advise you to stop any medication or supplements that could interfere with surgery.
 

Depending on your health status, the doctor may advise invasive surgery (open surgery) or minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopic surgery). Open surgery involves making a large incision in the abdomen, and due to the surgery's invasiveness, recovery may take a long time. However, in laparoscopic surgery, several small incisions are made on the abdomen, and a laparoscope and specialised instruments are used to remove cancer.
 

The total duration of the surgery depends on the type of procedure you are undergoing. However, most surgeries take approximately 1 to 3 hours.
 

The timeline for recovery depends on the invasiveness of surgery, the cancer stage, and your treatment response. Initially, you will feel some pain, which can be alleviated by taking pain relievers. Due to the surgery, you may have to follow a liquid diet for a while. Most patients recover within several weeks following surgery.
 

Following surgery, it is important to eat the right nutrients to help the body recover. Initially, you can begin consuming a liquid diet and may gradually start eating and drinking normally after several weeks. For several months after surgery, eat several small meals a day and avoid any hard-to-digest or high-fibre foods. 
 

The effects of Colorectal Cancer Surgery can be felt both in the short and long term. The side effects caused by surgery are pain and fatigue. However, these effects are temporary, and you can recover gradually. Even with Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy performed before or after surgery, you may experience a multitude of symptoms.
 

Colorectal Cancer Surgery can cause permanent changes to your body. When all or part of the colon is removed, there is a need for an Ostomy. The surgeon creates a small opening in the abdomen and attaches the remaining colon or intestine to the opening. The waste is collected in an external pouch. However, the possibility of having a temporary or permanent Ostomy can be alarming to the patient. Therefore, educating the patients and providing guidance to them is crucial for successful outcomes.