The Prevention and early detection of digestive cancers are key strategies for reducing their incidence and improving prognosis, as many colorectal, gastric, or oesophageal tumours can be avoided or treated in time with preventive measures and screening. They include healthy habits such as a fibre-rich diet, physical activity, avoiding tobacco and excess alcohol, as well as tests such as colonoscopy or faecal occult blood tests to identify precursor lesions. Next, we will look in detail at how to apply them in a practical and simple way.
Oesophageal cancer: prevention and early diagnosis
What does it consist of?
The Prevention and early diagnosis of oesophageal cancer focus on identifying risk factors, controlling associated diseases, and detecting potential injuries in their early stages., when treatment can be more effective.
Often, this type of cancer develops from previous conditions such as gastro-oesophageal reflux or Barrett's oesophagus. That's why proper follow-up and diagnostic testing allow us to get ahead and To act before the illness progresses.
When can I have my first consultation?
It is recommended check if you have chronic reflux, a previous diagnosis of Barrett’s oesophagus, persistent symptoms or risk factors, or if you are looking for a pre-treatment and specialist assessment.
Associated symptoms
Diagnostic tests associated
- Gastroscopy. It allows visualisation of the oesophagus and detection of early lesions.
- Endoscopic ultrasound. It allows accurate visualisation of the layers of the digestive wall.
- Barium swallow. To analyse the shape and movement of the oesophagus.
- TAC. High-resolution detailed scanner for detecting internal structural anomalies.
- Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR). It allows for the evaluation of soft tissues and organs.
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan. It detects metabolic activity and tumour extent.
Why treat her at GASTEA
Preguntas frecuentes
In many cases, yes, by controlling risk factors and carrying out appropriate monitoring.
Patients with chronic reflux or Barrett's oesophagus primarily.
Yes, especially with advanced techniques.
It depends on the risk and previous findings.
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Gastric cancer: prevention and early diagnosis
What does it consist of?
The Prevention and early diagnosis of gastric or stomach cancer focus on identifying risk factors, managing previous stomach injuries, and detecting changes in the early stages, when treatment is more effective.
It often develops as a result of conditions such as Helicobacter pylori infection, chronic gastritis or intestinal metaplasia. For this reason, proper monitoring enables take timely action and reduce the risk of the condition worsening.
When can I have my first consultation?
It is advisable to consult if you have a history of chronic gastritis, Helicobacter pylori, or intestinal metaplasia., Persistent digestive symptoms Or if you're looking for a Specialist preventive assessment.
Associated symptoms
Diagnostic tests associated
- Gastroscopy. It allows visualisation of the oesophagus and detection of early lesions.
- Endoscopic ultrasound. It allows accurate visualisation of the layers of the digestive wall.
- Laparoscopy. Minimally invasive surgery to directly examine organs and take biopsies.
- TAC. High-resolution detailed scanner for detecting internal structural anomalies.
- Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR). It allows for the evaluation of soft tissues and organs.
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan. It detects metabolic activity and tumour extent.
- Barium swallow, barium meal and barium follow-through. To evaluate the upper digestive tract in real time.
Why treat her at GASTEA
Preguntas frecuentes
In many cases, yes, by treating factors such as Helicobacter pylori and controlling previous lesions.
Patients with chronic gastritis, intestinal metaplasia, or relevant medical history.
Yes, especially with advanced techniques.
It depends on the risk and previous findings.
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Colorectal Cancer: Prevention and Early Diagnosis
What does it consist of?
The prevention and early diagnosis of colorectal cancer are based on detecting lesions before they develop further, especially polyps, which can transform over time if left untreated.
It is one of the cancers where prevention is most effective, as tests such as colonoscopy make it possible not only to detect, but also eliminate lesions in the initial stages, significantly reducing the risk.
When can I have my first consultation?
It is recommended consult from the age of 45-50, if there is a family history, or if you have symptoms such as blood in your stool, changes in bowel habits, or persistent discomfort.
Associated symptoms
- Persistent diarrhoea.
- Persistent constipation.
- Alternating diarrhoea and constipation.
- Changes in bowel rhythm.
- Urgency to defecate.
- Tenesmus. Feeling of incomplete bowel emptying.
- Blood in stool. Visible or detected in tests.
- Bleeding when wiping.
- Mucus in stool.
- Anal pain.
- Unexplained weight loss involuntary.
- Astenia. Tiredness or weakness.
- Anemia Iron deficiency.
Diagnostic tests associated
- Colonoscopy. Endoscopic examination of the colon to detect polyps, inflammation or tumours.
- Chromoendoscopy and magnification. It allows the identification of minute lesions using staining and optical zoom.
- CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy).
- Endoscopic ultrasound. It allows assessment of the depth of the lesions and adjacent structures.
- TAC. It allows for non-invasive examination of the colon using 3D radiology.
- Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR). It allows for high-precision imaging of soft tissues.
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan. It allows the localisation of tumour activity throughout the body.
- Tumour markers. It allows for the detection of proteins in the blood associated with the presence of tumours.
- Laparoscopy. It allows direct visualisation of the interior of the abdominal cavity.
- Histological special studies.
Why treat her at GASTEA
Preguntas frecuentes
Yes. It is one of the most preventable cancers through colonoscopy.
Generally from 45-50 years of age, earlier if there is a family history.
Yes, and it also allows them to be processed in the same procedure.
It depends on the risk and previous findings.
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Pancreatic cancer: prevention and early diagnosis
What does it consist of?
The Prevention and early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer focus on identifying risk factors, investigating suspicious findings and detecting potential lesions at an early stage, when treatment is likely to be most effective.
Unlike other digestive tumours, Its early detection is more complex, so a specialised evaluation is key, especially in patients with a history, persistent symptoms or Pancreatic lesions detected in tests.
When can I have my first consultation?
It is recommended to ask if there is a family history, pancreatic cysts, pancreatitis, persistent symptoms with no clear cause, or imaging findings that require more precise assessment.
Associated symptoms
Diagnostic tests associated
- Abdominal ultrasound. It allows an initial assessment of the organs and detection of masses or cysts.
- TAC. It allows for tumour staging and assessment of its relationship with blood vessels.
- Endoscopic ultrasound. It allows high-resolution imaging and fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsies of the pancreas.
Why treat her at GASTEA
Preguntas frecuentes
Not always, but it is possible to control risk factors and carry out monitoring in selected patients.
Patients with a family history, pancreatic cysts or risk factors.
In some cases yes, especially with techniques like EUS.
It depends on the individual risk and previous findings.
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Hereditary digestive cancer and family history
What does it consist of?
The chereditary digestive cancer It refers to cases where there is a genetic predisposition to developing tumours in the digestive system, such as the colon, stomach or pancreas. This can be due to hereditary mutations Oh relevant family history.
Identifying these cases is key, as it allows for the establishment of much more effective prevention and early diagnosis strategies. A proper study of family history can making a difference in early detection y the follow-up.
When can I have my first consultation?
It is advisable to check if there are family history of digestive cancer, particularly among close relatives, if they have appeared at a young age or if there are several cases in the family.
Associated symptoms
Diagnostic tests associated
- Gastroscopy. It allows visualisation of the oesophagus and detection of early lesions.
- Colonoscopy. Endoscopic examination of the colon to detect polyps, inflammation or tumours.
- Abdominal ultrasound. Non-invasive imaging test to assess organs such as the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.
- TAC. High-resolution detailed scanner for detecting internal structural anomalies.
- Endoscopic ultrasound. Endoscopy and ultrasound to accurately view the layers of the digestive wall.
Why treat her at GASTEA
Preguntas frecuentes
Not necessarily, but it increases the risk and requires monitoring.
When there are several cases in the family or diagnoses at early ages.
Only in selected cases following specialist assessment.
In many cases yes, through monitoring and early detection.
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- Full and personalised clinical assessment. Detailed analysis of symptoms, history, and previous tests to understand your case in depth.
- Clear diagnostic guidance. Definition of the following steps, necessary tests and the most suitable approach from the outset.
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