1. Jones et al showed significant differences in DNA ploidy state between preoperatively irradiated and non-irradiated rectal cancers. 2. It has an established record in the treatment of rectal cancer and is commonly used as adjuvant treatment after operation for Dukes B and C cancers. 3. Here we present the results of a prospective pilot study of combination laser and radiotherapy for palliation of advanced rectal cancer. 4. Laser treatment is now established in many units for palliation of symptoms in patients with inoperable rectal cancer. 5. As in men, colon and rectal cancer has declined among women. 6. Colon and rectal cancer is the second most common form of cancer. 7. He was an authority on the surgical treatment of colon and rectal cancers and of inflammatory bowel conditions like ulcerative colitis. 8. Recent approvals include Camptosar treatment for advanced stages of colon and rectal cancer, glaucoma treatment Xalatan and Estring for post-menopausal women. 9. The biggest declines were found in colon and rectal cancers, but nobody has the foggiest idea why. 10. The publication takes the medical information used by oncologists in treating colon and rectal cancer and translates it into easy-to-understand language. |
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