Colon cancer. Light micrograph (LM) of a section through an adenocarcinoma (yellow bottom of the image) of the colon, part of the large intestine. An adenocarcinoma is a malignant (cancerous) tumour of the lining (epithelium) of glandular structures. Normal colon is to the top of the image. Cancer of the colon has no single cause but genetic factors and a diet that is high in meat and fat and low in fibre may play a part. Symptoms include a change in bowel habits and blood in the faeces (haematochezia). Treatment may involve partial or complete removal of the colon (colectomy). Magnification: x 80 when printed at 10 centimetres wide. | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Gschmeissner, Steve |
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