Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer is a collective term that comprises a group of cancers that affect the gastrointestinal tract and digestive system. These cancers develop through the formation of a lump or ulcer within the stomach and spread diffusely throughout the other parts of the stomach.
The GI cancer includes cancers of the:
There are several treatment options for curing cancers in the digestive tract and nearby areas. These may comprise therapies, surgical processes, or a combination of both.
Surgical Processes: Gastroesophageal cancer that has not yet spread to other parts (metastasized) can be treated using surgical processes. The affected areas having malignancy with a margin of healthy tissues are removed along with lymph nodes. The range of surgical treatments available is:
Endoluminal Laser Process: This process involves removing cancer tumors of an early-stage found in the digestive tract.
Open Surgery: This technique involves treating cancer-affected areas using conventional methods.
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