Colorectal Cancer Treatment and Services
While colorectal cancer is common, it can be treated. Norton Cancer Institute is dedicated to helping patients with colorectal cancer by combining early detection methods with effective treatment options.
Detection
Routine screenings are the first line of defense against colorectal cancers. Norton Cancer Institute offers a variety of screening techniques which are used to detect polyps, cancer or other abnormalities including:
- Colonoscopy
- Double-Contrast Barium Enema
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Fecal Occult Blood Test
Treatment options
Colorectal cancer is diagnosed in stages and treatments are stage specific. They may include a combination of:
- Surgery
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
Print a fact sheet to learn more about your procedure.
Clinical research
As part of our comprehensive service, Norton Cancer Institute gives patients the chance to participate in innovative National Cancer Institute and industry-sponsored clinical research studies. A list of studies is available by contacting the Norton Cancer Prevention and Resource Center at (502) 629-5500.
Norton Healthcare is available to answer questions you may have on colorectal cancer. Please email us at cancerresourcecenter@nortonhealthcare.org and a health care professional will research and respond to your question within 48-hours. Exceptions may include weekends and holidays. Most questions are answered within one business day.
Or, call the Norton Cancer Prevention and Resource Center at 1-800-555-6772 or (502) 629-5500. Please mention that you were directed by the Nortonhealthcare.com site.
