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Anal Cancer Treatment: Surgery
There are two main types of surgery for anal cancer:
  • Local surgery:
    • Removes the tumor from the anus without opening the abdomen.
    • This is performed when the cancer is confined to the tissues of the anus.
  • Abdominal surgery:
    • Opening the abdomen to remove large tumors and lymph nodes.
    • If the anus and rectum are completely removed, the person will need a colostomy. Images
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Last Updated: Sep 27, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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