Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2015; 28(04): 262-270
DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1564435
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Surveillance and Survivorship after Treatment for Colon Cancer

Rami Makhoul
1   Rutger-Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey
,
Suraj Alva
1   Rutger-Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey
,
Kirsten B. Wilkins
1   Rutger-Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey
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Publication Date:
22 November 2015 (online)

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Abstract

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States. Majority of patients have localized disease that is amenable to curative resection. Disease recurrence remains a major concern after resection. In addition, patients are at an increased risk for developing a second or metachronous colon cancer. The principal goal of surveillance following treatment of colon cancer is to improve disease-free and overall survival. Survivorship is a distinct phase following surveillance to help improve quality of life and promote longevity.