Cancer Health Center

Medical Reference Related to Cancer

231. Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
     

     Doctors use flexible sigmoidoscopy to examine the rectum and the lower part of the colon. Learn what to expect during this procedure.

232. Laparoscopic Proctosigmoidectomy and Colorectal Cancer
     

     A laparoscopic proctosigmoidectomy is a surgery that removes a diseased section of the rectum and sigmoid colon. Learn how it can help treat colorectal cancer.

233. Air Contrast Barium Enema
     

     An air contrast barium enema is a test used to obtain a visual image of the colon. Learn more about the procedure here.

234. Immunotherapy for Colorectal Cancer
     

     Immunotherapy, also called biological therapy, is a type of treatment that uses the body's own immune system to fight colorectal cancer. Read about it here.

235. Preventing Colorectal Cancer
     

     Learn about steps that may help prevent colorectal cancer.

236. Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer
     

     Learn about radiation therapy for colorectal cancer.

237. Glossary: Stem Cell Transplants
     

     Glossary of terms related to stem cell transplants.

238. Cervical Cancer
     

     WebMD provides an overview of cervical cancer, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

239. What Are the Stages of Breast Cancer?
     

     Learn more about the stages of breast cancer from WebMD.

240. Breast Cancer and Preventive Mastectomy
     

     WebMD explains the risks and benefits of preventive mastectomy to help avoid breast cancer.