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[The colonic carcinoma. Notes on clinical aspects and therapy]
Fortschritte Der Medizin
|June 1, 1978
Summary
Early detection of colon carcinoma significantly improves patient survival. This review of 1752 cases highlights that 50% of surgically treated patients live past five years, emphasizing the importance of recognizing early symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Context:
- Review of 1752 cases of colon carcinoma.
- Analysis of tumor history and characteristics.
- Evaluation of operative therapy outcomes.
Purpose:
- To describe the history and characteristics of colon carcinoma.
- To present the results of surgical treatment for colon carcinoma.
- To underscore the importance of early diagnosis and intervention.
Summary:
- Colon carcinoma cases (n=1752) were reviewed, detailing tumor histories and characteristics.
- Surgical outcomes demonstrated a 5-year survival rate of 50% for curatively operated patients.
- Early symptoms were prevalent in most cases, necessitating thorough patient interrogation.
Impact:
- Highlights the critical role of early symptom recognition in improving colon carcinoma prognosis.
- Emphasizes the potential for long-term survival following curative surgical intervention.
- Informs clinical practice regarding the necessity of detailed patient history taking for potential colon carcinoma detection.