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Chemotherapy for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,230   Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy is sometimes given after surgery for colorectal cancer to try to prevent the disease from recurring, or coming back. This additional treatment is called adjuvant therapy. The doctor may us...

What do I need to know about the treatment for colorectal cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,329   The doctor develops a treatment plan to fit each patient’s needs. Treatment for colorectal cancer depends on the size and location of the tumor, the stage of the disease, the patient’s general health, and other factors. Most people who have cancer want t...