What do the location and stage mean?
Review the colonoscopy, biopsy and scans to clarify location, stage and any lymph-node involvement. Rectal cancer planning may also draw on a pelvic MRI.
Colon and rectal cancer are not identical
The colon and rectum are different parts of the large bowel. The tumor's exact location and extent affect planning, including the possible role of radiation in rectal cancer.
How I can help
A treatment plan tailored to your cancer, test results, overall health and preferences, informed by current evidence.
What can the tumor tests tell us?
Review mismatch repair (MMR) and microsatellite instability (MSI) results, which assess the tumor's DNA repair system. Immunotherapy may be relevant for metastatic tumors with specific abnormal results.
Why are treatments planned in this order?
Review the roles of surgery and medicines, and radiation when appropriate for rectal cancer. Discuss current evidence, potential bowel effects, your health and preferences, and questions for the treating team.
Reports to bring, if available
Bring the reports you already have. This list does not mean every test is needed.
- Existing colonoscopy and biopsy reports, and surgical pathology if surgery has occurred.
- Available scan reports and images, including pelvic MRI for rectal cancer if performed.
- Any MMR, MSI or other tumor molecular test results.
- Existing treatment summaries and blood-test results.
Please also bring your medication list, previous treatment records, and questions.
Questions about colon or rectal cancer care
- How does the tumor's location affect the order of treatment?
- Have MMR or MSI results been reported, and do they affect my options?
- What bowel-function effects should I discuss before choosing a plan?
Choose your clinic
By appointment only, with flexible scheduling at Sodeco and Tayouneh. Please confirm a suitable time before visiting.
Sodeco Clinic
Sodeco Square, Block B, 6th Floor, BeirutTayouneh Clinic
Dubai Building, First Floor, Old Saida Road, BeirutPatient information sources
- NCI: Colon Cancer Treatment — Patient Version
- NCI: Rectal Cancer Treatment — Patient Version
- NCI: Colon Cancer Treatment — Health Professional Version
These sources explain general options. The consultation focuses on what is appropriate for your diagnosis and health.
Sources checked: 3 October 2026.
This information supports a consultation and does not provide an individual treatment plan. This clinic is not an emergency service; for an emergency, go to the nearest emergency department.