The large intestine is made up of different parts namely the ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon, and rectum that ends in the anal canal. The colon and rectum are the last part of the large intestine. The main role of the large intestine is to help in digestion by converting the liquid stools into solid feces along with other important functions like reabsorption. Colorectal cancers are when there is an abnormal growth of cells or a collection of cell mass in the organ. These cancers have unique behavior and response to different kinds of cancer treatments, especially if it begins in the rectum.

Different treatment modalities (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or others) must be used in various combinations, either concurrently or sequentially, depending on the stage of the disease and the individual patient factors to arrive at an appropriate treatment plan for each patient's colorectal cancer. Diagnostic specialists (radiologists, pathologists, molecular biologists, nuclear medicine specialists) and surgical, medical, and radiation oncologists engage in detailed discussions to figure out the best treatment plan for the patients. The team of oncologists at Apollo Hospital uses this Multi-disciplinary team approach to ensure that the patient's treatment is following the best practices in the world, is evidence-based, but most importantly, is tailored to each patient and his condition. Furthermore, the Multi-Disciplinary team at Apollo Hospital continuously monitors the response to treatment and often helps in the effective management of cancer in the recovery phase.

Best doctors for Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment at Apollo Hospital:

• Dr. Dattatreyudu Nori, Oncologist, 43 Years of Experience
• Dr. Ajit Pai, Consultant- Surgical Oncology, 17 Years of Experience
• Dr. Balachandar T G, Senior Consultant, 49 Years of Experience