Abstract
Treatment of colorectal cancer (CRC) requires a multidisciplinary approach involving a gastroenterologist, surgeon, pathologist, oncologist and a radiologist. Treatment options depend on the stage of the disease, the overall condition of the patient and the molecular characteristics of the tumor.
In the context of preoperative care, treatment procedures for cancer of the rectum is slightly different from the treatment of the colon cancer. In the case of metastatic CRC, there are unified treatment options, using a combination of surgical and targeted systemic therapy.
Each treatment modality is at risk of complications. Therefore it is necessary to discuss the benefits and risks of the proposed treatment with each patient.
We are presenting two cases of patients with CRC, where the treatment led to a remission, even at the cost of significant complications.