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T2n0m0 rectal cancer, is recurrent moderate bleeding post-polypectomy & pre-op a sign of residual cancer cells at the site? does this change tx rec?

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Dr. Rupesh Parikh answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

No: Bleeding is an expected complication. I it persist ten you should have it looked at. Bleeding does not define your treatment. The surgical path stage define your treatment. Rec eus ultrasound be done to ensure t2 lesion prior to surgery. If T3 (liothyronine) or higher conside preop chemo an radiation.

Answered 1/15/2015

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Dr. Carlo Contreras answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Need more details: You have a very important question, but i need more information before i can provide an answer. Consider sending a private message through the healthtap link on the left. Include what prior treatment you had, how long ago, and what any subsequent biopsies showed.

Answered 11/15/2016

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