Surgery plays a central role in treatment for colorectal cancer—and is usually the first step

When someone is diagnosed with colorectal cancer—which includes both colon and rectal cancers—many people immediately think ...
The Union Democrat

Mayo Clinic Q&A: Treating colorectal cancer with surgery

After my brother was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, I read that it's often treated with surgery first. Can you tell me ...
Healio

IV lidocaine does not expedite return of gut function 3 days after colon resection

We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact customerservice@slackinc.com. Return of gut function was similar between those ...
Reuters

Colon surgery at busier hospitals may lead to better recovery

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People who have colon surgery at high-volume hospitals are more likely than patients at smaller ones to go straight home for recovery without needing special care, ...
Healio

Fewer complications after rectal resection with mechanical bowel prep, oral antibiotics

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Mechanical bowel preparation and oral antibiotics resulted in fewer overall postoperative complications vs.