Colon tumor is an expansion of cells in the large intestine that have grown abnormally. The tumors can be benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous) and are treated accordingly through colonoscopy or other medical procedures. Timely diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve outcomes and survival rates.
A colon tumor may not cause symptoms in its early stages. As it grows, you might notice:
These are some of the factors that can increase the likelihood of developing a colon tumor:
Colon tumor is an expansion of cells in the large intestine that have grown abnormally. The tumors can be benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous) and are treated accordingly through colonoscopy or other medical procedures. Timely diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve outcomes and survival rates.
A colon tumor may not cause symptoms in its early stages. As it grows, you might notice:
These are some of the factors that can increase the likelihood of developing a colon tumor:
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Colon neoplasm, malignant majorly is denoted as C18.x, and codes from C18.0 to C18.9 describe the specific part of the colon where the neoplasm is located — such as the cecum, ascending colon, or sigmoid colon.
Tumor markers identified in the blood help track treatment response, recurrence, and guide therapy. The main markers include carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) and CA 19-9.
Survival depends on several factors, including the stage of the tumor, its size, lymph node involvement, spread to other organs, the patient’s overall health, and how early the tumor is diagnosed and treated.
High-resolution endoscopic and radiologic images of colon tumors are available in our secure patient portal. You can also request copies of your scope images directly from our clinic.
Yes. The most common and reliable markers used are CEA and CA 19-9. Additional genetic tests—such as KRAS mutation and microsatellite instability (MSI)—help guide targeted therapy decisions.
A 7 cm colon tumor is typically classified as stage II or higher, depending on whether lymph nodes are involved or distant metastasis is present.
Yes. Treatment for bleeding colon tumors may include endoscopic resection, surgical removal, targeted therapies, radiation, or chemotherapy—depending on the tumor’s type, location, and severity.
You can securely access your endoscopy and imaging results through our patient portal, where images are stored anonymously and safely.
Tumor imaging is highly accurate. Using advanced high-resolution endoscopes, CT, and MRI scans, we obtain clear and detailed visuals that aid precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
Simply contact GastroDoxs or book an appointment online to connect with one of our board-certified gastroenterologists who specialize in colon tumor diagnosis and treatment in Houston.
