Lower gastrointestinal cancer
Should you be diagnosed with lower gastrointestinal cancer, we're dedicated to providing you with the highest level of personalised treatment and care, led by our team of experts
Types of lower GI cancer
Colorectal/bowel cancer
Gastrointestinal carcinoid tumour
Need to know
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Symptoms of lower gastrointestinal cancer icon plus
The different types of lower GI cancer can have different symptoms.
The most common include:
- persistent change in bowel habits including bleeding
- nausea
- abdominal pain
- weight loss
Having any of these symptoms does not necessarily mean you have cancer. However, it is important that you visit your GP so a referral for diagnosis can be made. Early detection can be crucial to successful treatment outcomes.
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Diagnosis icon plus
A fast and accurate diagnosis can help make sure you get the treatment that is best for you, so we make sure you have you have your results as quickly as possible, and our specialist team are on hand to plan your treatment.
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Treatment options icon plus
Treatment will depend on the type and stage of cancer you have, and other factors such as your general health. At HCA UK you will looked after by a multidisciplinary team, including expert consultants, Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs), allied health professionals and various other cancer specialists. This team will work together to create a treatment plan tailored to your medical needs.
We offer the latest treatments and have access to ground-breaking clinical trials. Your treatment plan may include:
- surgery (including minimally invasive techniques)
- chemotherapy
- radiotherapy
- clinical trials
Our consultants
Our locations in London
From complex gastrointestinal surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional cancer care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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HCA UK at University College Hospital
5th floor, UCH Macmillan Cancer Centre
Grafton Way Building, 1 Grafton Way
London WC1E 6AG
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Private Care at Guy's
Great Maze Pond
London SE1 9RT
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London Digestive Centre
41 Welbeck Street
London
W1G 8DU
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London W1G 8BJ
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Digestive Health
2nd Floor
41 Welbeck Street
London W1G 8DU
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London Digestive Surgery
41 Welbeck Street
London
W1G 8DU
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
Private Lower GI cancer care in Birmingham
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The Harborne Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham B15 2FQ
Private Lower GI cancer care in Manchester
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The Christie Private Care
Wilmslow Road
Manchester M20 4BX
Contact our experienced cancer team
Any questions about our cancer services or treatment? We're happy to advise you or help you book an appointment in London, Birmingham or Manchester with a cancer specialist consultant.
Call us on
020 7079 4344