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Is there an alternative to surgery for cancer in the rectum?
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See below: Cancers in rectal area are usually treated by a combination of raditaion and chemotherapy with surgery later.
Answered 6/28/2013
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No: I would accept nothing else. It is your only chance for a decent outcome. I hope it is successful.
Answered 9/20/2014
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Alternatives: Radiation and chemotherapy are alternatives , but surgery is your best choice for a cure if your disease is amenable to it (minimal)
Answered 4/29/2016
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