Signs of Intestinal Tumors
At the early stages of intestinal tumor development, there may be no specific symptoms. The disease's symptoms depend on the tumor's location, type, and size. Most commonly, patients complain of:
- Abdominal discomfort
- Defecation problems (constipation, diarrhea, changes in stool shape, thickness, and color)
- Visible abdominal enlargement
- Presence of specific impurities in the stool (blood, mucus, etc.)
- General weakness
- Increased flatulence
- Loss of appetite, nausea
- Rapid weight loss
Intestinal tumors have a high metastatic potential, so cancer can spread quickly to other organs and cause specific symptoms.
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The prognosis for bowel cancer is largely determined by the stage of the disease at the time of surgery. According to the American Cancer Society, stage I colon cancer can in most cases be treated with surgery alone, with a five-year survival rate of 90–95%. At later stages the prognosis is less favorable; however, surgical bowel cancer treatment combined with chemotherapy can achieve good results.
Diagnosis of bowel cancer begins with a colonoscopy and biopsy — the only method that allows the diagnosis to be confirmed morphologically. To assess the extent of the disease and detect metastases, computed tomography of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis with artificial intelligence support is used. Laboratory tests, including the CEA tumor marker, complete the picture and are used for follow-up monitoring after bowel cancer removal. All examinations can be performed at Helios Medical Center.
Recovery time depends on the method and extent of the surgery. After laparoscopic surgery, patients typically stay at Helios Medical Center for 1–3 days and return to their usual activity within 3–6 weeks. After more extensive resections, the recovery period takes up to 8–12 weeks. To book a consultation with an oncological surgeon at Helios Medical Center and find out the cost of bowel cancer treatment, call 067 000 01 50.
