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    The document summarizes colorectal cancer treatment options by stage of diagnosis. It explains that treatment depends on the cancer stage, with earlier stages treated primarily with surgery and later stages requiring more advanced options like chemotherapy and biologics. Stage IV cancer, the most advanced, is typically treated with chemotherapy combinations and possibly procedures like radiofrequency ablation or chemoembolization.

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    Colorectal Cancer Treatment Options by Stage of Diagnosis

    The information below will help you understand some of the treatment options available during each stage of colorectal cancer.

    Stages of Colorectal Cancer


    The stage describes the extent of the cancer in the body and is one of the most important factors in determining prognosis and treatment options. The higher stages of cancer require advanced treatment options. Stage 0 = Earliest stage of cancer Stage IV= Most advanced stage of cancer
    Stage Stage 0 Stage I Stage II Surgery Yes Yes Yes Chemotherapy/Biologics No No Yes, for rectal and high risk colon cancers. FOLFOX (5-FU/ Leucovorin/Oxaliplatin) or CapeOx (Capecitabine/ Oxaliplatin) FOLFOX or CapeOx Radiation No No Yes, for rectal cancer. Given in tandem with 5-FU or Xeloda Interventional Radiology No No No

    Stage III

    Yes

    Yes, for rectal cancer. Given in tandem with 5-FU or Xeloda Yes, for rectal cancer and in certain other cases

    No

    Stage IV

    Yes, if the tumor is obstructive or blocking the bowel No, if the tumor is not blocking the bowel

    FOLFOX or FOLFIRI (5-FU/ Leucovorin/Irinotecan) plus Bevacizumab or Cetuximab or Panitumumab

    Possibly. Options could be Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) or chemoembolization

    Treatment Options for Colorectal Cancer


    Understanding all the treatment options available to you can be overwhelming. What treatment will work for you? Which methods have proven to be most effective? Use this guide to explore your choices, get the facts about the latest breakthroughs, and understand what each treatment option involves so you can work with your doctor to make an informed decision. Clinical trials are also available for all stages of colorectal cancer.

    Biologics
    Biologics include a wide range of substances from animal products and other living sources (as opposed to chemically manufactured medications) to prevent, diagnose or treat disease. Trade Name Avastin Erbitux Vectibix Generic Name Bevacizumab Cetuximab Panitumumab

    Surgery/Resection
    Resection is the partial or complete removal of an organ, such as the colon, liver or lung.

    Chemotherapy
    Chemotherapy refers to treatment using chemicals to kill cells that divide rapidly, such as harmful cancer cells. Trade Name 5Fluorouracil (5FU) Camptosar Xeloda Eloxatin Generic Name --Irinotecan/CPT-11 Capecitabine Oxaliplatin

    Interventional Radiology
    Interventional Radiology is a minimally invasive procedure involving the precise placement of a needle into the body using imaging (MRI, X-ray, etc.) to target treatment to the source of the disease. Treatment Types Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) This procedure is used to treat unresectable metastatic disease. An electrical current is used to burn away the remaining tumor. Chemoembolization Cancer-fighting agents are injected directly to the site of a cancer tumor. Microspheres This procedure uses a catheter to deliver tiny beads called microspheres that are coated with radiation, directly into the tumor.

    (877) 422-2030 www.ccalliance.org

    The Colon Cancer Alliance, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation. Tax ID# 86-0947831.

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