Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers
Cancers of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, colon and rectum.
When to consult a surgical oncologist
Difficulty swallowing, blood in stools, unexplained weight loss, jaundice, persistent vomiting, bowel obstruction symptoms, or a biopsy/imaging report suggesting cancer.
Typical evaluation
Endoscopy or colonoscopy with biopsy, CT scan, MRI or PET scan when needed, and multidisciplinary treatment planning.
Bring these to consultation
All reports, scan CDs, discharge summaries and current medications.