This section contains specific information for patients, families and carers about colorectal (bowel) cancer.
Colorectal cancer, also referred to as bowel cancer, is the fourth most common
Palliative care is the active total care of patients whose disease no longer responds to curative treatment.
The Specialist Palliative Care team in CHFT provides advice and support to hospital
Blood tests
It is sometimes necessary to take some additional blood tests.
Oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy (OGD)
Oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy (OGD): This is an endoscopy procedure that looks inside
The Role of the skin cancer nurse
This is a nurse who can provide information and support for you and your family throughout your care. The nurse will be experienced in helping patients that have
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