Bowel cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death. At GASTEA, we are joining the awareness campaign because it is a highly preventable disease if detected early. European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) has published a series of recommendations to improve the detection and treatment of Colorectal cancer, highlighting the importance of a Quality colonoscopy.
Cómo podemos prevenir el cáncer de colon?
Colon cancer can be largely prevented by implementing a series of habits and carrying out regular medical check-ups. These are some key measures:
- Adopt healthy habits: Following a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding tobacco and alcohol reduces the risk. These habits not only improve overall health but also reduce the chance of developing polyps, which can turn into cancer.
- Identify risk factors Obesity, diabetes, and smoking increase the risk, especially in people over 50 years old. Therefore, early detection is particularly important in people with these risk factors.
- Screening colonoscopy It is the most effective method for identifying and removing polyps or early lesions before they develop into cancer.
- Faecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT)A simple test that can detect small amounts of blood in the stool, even before symptoms appear. It is especially useful as a first screening test in asymptomatic individuals.
- Risk Assessment If you have a family history or risk factors, tools such as QCancer Risk Calculator Can they help determine if you need special follow-up?.
High-quality colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is fundamental for the early detection of bowel cancer. For a colonoscopy to be effective and successful in prevention, the ESGE define quality standards that must be met for it to be truly effective
- 90% or more of appropriate bowel preparation, so that the colon is clearly visible.
- A cecal intubation rate of 90% or higher, which ensures complete visualisation of the colon.
- Detection of adenomas in at least 25% of cases, which indicates a good quality of exploration.
- A safe polypectomy technique in 80% or more of the procedures, to remove polyps without risks.
And GAZTA, we meet these standards to offer you a Colonoscopy Safe and effective.
Early colon cancer
Many cases of Colon cancer In the early stages (T1 CRC) they can be treated without surgery if detected in time. The ESGE recommends:
- En bloc resection when deep invasion is suspected.
- Multidisciplinary team assessment to decide on the best treatment.
This allows avoiding unnecessary surgeries and opting for less aggressive treatments, with better recovery and fewer complications.
Our commitment at GASTEA to the prevention of colon cancer
And GASTEIZ, We are committed to the early detection and prevention of colon cancer.
If you have Over 50 years of age or family history of bowel cancer, consult with our Team of digestive doctors in Madrid About screening-prevention options. Detecting it early can save your life. Book an appointment today.
