| Theme | Small invasive cancer of colon and rectum less than 10 mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | The opinions about the small-sized large bowel cancer with invasion to the submucosal layer suited for endoscopic therapy from standpoint of the pathologist | |
| Publish Date | 2008/09 | |
| Author | Ryo Wada | Department of Pathology, Juntendo University Shizuoka Hospital |
| [ Summary ] | Opinions concerning small-sized large bowel cancer with submucosal layer (CRC-SM) invasion suitable for endoscopic therapy are described from the pathologist's standpoint. The problems concerning histological findings for detection of carcinomatous CRC-SM lesions which are candidates for endoscopic therapy, and the guidelines used for colorectal cancer therapy, are outlined. Important views concerning suitable detection of carcinomatous CRC-SM lesions and correct endoscopic therapy are described. Considerations concerning histogenesis and development theories related to colorectal cancer are also discussed. | |