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When does someone need to see a colorectal cancer surgeon?
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Colon tumor: Most patients with colorectal symtoms are seen by a GI clinician. If a lesion found which can not be removed by colonoscopy then patient is referred to colon surgeon who will review situation to define which interventional procedure is needed to completely remove the tumor. This may be done laparoscopically or if needed by formal laparotomy
Answered 12/30/2014
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