Colon and rectal cancers share important features but are not managed identically. Tumor location, stage, resectability and molecular findings influence surgery, systemic therapy, immunotherapy discussions and the questions patients should ask during a colorectal cancer case review.
CARE ACROSS THE CANCER JOURNEY
Sunridge treats patients at every stage of cancer—including recurrent cancer.
Many patients contact Sunridge after previous treatment because their cancer has returned or progressed. Our physicians take another careful look at the current disease, prior treatment and response, pathology, biomarkers, immune function and overall health before discussing treatment options that may be appropriate. When clinically relevant, this evaluation may include specialized immune-function laboratory testing and testing for environmental or chemical exposures. Sunridge also offers physician-directed cancer-risk assessment, prevention planning and genetic testing.
Recently diagnosedClarify the diagnosis, stage and decisions ahead.
During treatmentReview coordinated supportive-care options and changing needs.
Recurrent, advanced or stage 4Reassess prior treatment, response, current disease and available next steps.
Risk and preventionDiscuss family history, inherited risk and clinically appropriate genetic testing.
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What deserves attention in colorectal cancer
Location and stage
Colon versus rectal location, local extent and metastatic sites affect the treatment sequence.
Molecular findings
MMR or MSI status and other biomarkers can be important parts of standard treatment planning.
Surgery and systemic care
Previous procedures, current recommendations, response and recovery are reviewed together.
