Colonic carcinoma

A malignant epithelial neoplasm that arises from the colon and invades through the muscularis mucosa into the submucosa. The vast majority are adenocarcinomas.

Disease Alternative Name

colon cancer

carcinoma of colon

colon carcinoma

carcinoma of the colon

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Dr. Vinith Velmurugan

History A 54-year-old man presents to the emergency department with a 4-day history of abdominal distension, central co...See More

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Dr. Bhimjibhai Aghara

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The tendency of colonic carcinoma to metastasize is best assessed by: A. Size of tumor B. Carcinoebbryonic antigen(CEA)levels C. Depth of penetration of bowel wall D. Proportion of bowel cicumferences involved

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Dr. Bhimjibhai Aghara

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B is the correct answer