Caecal carcinoma

A 58-year-old woman presents with abdominal pain and rectal bleeding. She has a history of a right-sided abdominal mass that was recently identified on physical examination. She also reports feeling increasingly fatigued and having a reduced appetite. A colonoscopy revealed a mass in the caecum, and biopsy results confirmed adenocarcinoma. Imaging studies show no distant metastasis.

What adjuvant therapy is typically recommended following surgical resection of caecal carcinoma to reduce the risk of recurrence?

A 72-year-old man presents to the clinic with chronic abdominal discomfort, fatigue, and unintended weight loss over the past six months. He also reports changes in bowel habits, including frequent episodes of loose stools. On physical examination, there is a palpable mass in the right lower quadrant. Laboratory tests reveal anemia with a hemoglobin level of 8.8 g/dL and elevated CEA levels. Colonoscopy confirms a caecal mass, and biopsy indicates adenocarcinoma.

What is the most important prognostic factor for survival in patients with caecal carcinoma?

A 65-year-old woman presents with a history of intermittent abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits. A colonoscopy reveals a mass in the caecum.

Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of caecal carcinoma?

A 60-year-old woman is diagnosed with caecal carcinoma after a colonoscopy and biopsy. The clinician discusses the initial surgical management options.

Which of the following is an appropriate initial surgical management strategy for caecal carcinoma?

A 70-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with right lower quadrant pain, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss over the past six months. She also reports noticing blood mixed with her stool. On examination, she has a firm, non-tender mass in the right lower quadrant. Her observations are: heart rate 90 bpm, respiratory rate 18 breaths per minute, blood pressure 130/80 mmHg, and temperature 36.7C. Laboratory results show anemia with a hemoglobin level of 9.2 g/dL and elevated carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) levels.

What is the next step in the diagnostic evaluation of this patient?