How Do You Treat Metastatic Colorectal Cancer?
Metastatic colorectal cancer occurs when colorectal cancer spreads to other organs in the body, for instance, lung, liver, brain, or bones. Metastatic cancer is the major cause of death for patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer. A small fraction of metastatic cancers are found when patients are first diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The majority of metastatic colorectal cancers are recurrent; that mean they occur after the original tumors have been diagnosed and treated. The survival rate of metastatic colorectal cancer is very low. For instance, the 5-year survival rate of patients with metastases in lung or liver is 25 percent. There are many options available for treating metastatic cancer, including surgery, and several chemotherapy regimens. Research all treatment options before deciding on your treatment plan. If the metastases are confined to an area just outside the colon, for instance liver, surgery can be used to remove the metastatic tumor. Consult with an oncologist sp
