What Is a CEA Blood Test for Colon Cancer
A CEA test measures carcinoembryonic antigen, a protein that colon cancer cells often produce in higher than normal amounts. It’s not a screening test and it won’t diagnose cancer on its own. What it does is track what’s happening after treatment. A...
Can a Stoma Bag Be Reversed After Rectal Surgery?
Yes, a stoma bag can be reversed after rectal surgery in most cases where a temporary diverting stoma was created. Loop ileostomies and loop colostomies placed to protect a new bowel joint during healing are designed to be closed in a second, smaller operation. That...
What Is Oncoplastic Breast Surgery?
Oncoplastic breast surgery combines cancer removal with reconstructive reshaping in a single operation. The surgeon removes the tumour with clear margins and immediately uses techniques like breast reduction, tissue rotation, or a flap from the back to fill the gap...