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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
Also known as bowel cancer, colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, affecting both men and women. It affects the large bowel, which is made up of the colon and rectum. Most bowel cancers develop from pre-cancerous growths, called polyps. However, not all polyps develop into cancer and they may be removed to prevent them becoming cancerous.
Gastrointestinal carcinoid tumour
This type of tumour is very rare. It affects the neuroendocrine system which regulates hormones to control how the body’s organs function. We’re one of the few places that offers highly specialised care for this type of tumour, also known as a neuroendocrine tumour (NET).
Need to know
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.
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.
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 Lower gastrointestinal cancer locations
LOC at The Harley Street Clinic
81-83 Harley Street W1G 8PP London
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
Leaders in Oncology Care
95-97 Harley Street W1G 6AF London
HCA Healthcare UK at University College Hospital
Grafton Way Building, 1 Grafton Way WC1E 6AG London
Private Care at Guy's
London Bridge Hospital Private Care at Guy's SE1 9RT London
The Shard Outpatients
The Shard, 32 St Thomas Street SE1 9BS London
Patient stories
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
David’s gym video shows him repeatedly pushing up to 100kg on a single leg press – not particularly unusual for this keen cyclist, former competitive squash player and all-round fitness enthusiast. What is unusual is that 52-year-old David had hip surgery just 12 weeks earlier.
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.