rectal cancer

Sally Blackwell was diagnosed with rectal cancer at 33 after her second child was born. The lifesaving care she received inspired her to find work at Mayo Clinic.

This rare condition causes polyps to form in your colon and rectum that are likely to become cancerous. Learn about symptoms and treatment.

Researchers have discovered new genetic markers to identify Lynch syndrome-associated colorectal cancer with high accuracy.

Dr. Johanna Chan explains how screening can help prevent colorectal cancer and discusses alternatives to colonoscopy.

Findings can assist care teams in predicting if someone with advanced colorectal cancer will benefit from immunotherapy.

Dr. Johanna Chan explains why it's important for younger adults to recognize colon cancer symptoms and seek medical attention if they experience them.

Surgeon Dr. Eric Dozois explains the different approaches experts take when treating colon and rectal cancer.

Dr. John Kisiel advocates for regular screening starting at age 45 and says if colorectal cancer is diagnosed early, it is highly treatable.

Hepatic artery infusion pump chemotherapy shrinks liver tumors, giving more people a chance for surgery.

Dr. Derek Ebner tests your knowledge of why, when and how you should be screened for colorectal cancer.