Colon cancer - 90% can be treated with early screening

According to Globocan, since 2022 there have been 1,142,286 new cases, of colon cancer and 538,167 deaths globally.

In Vietnam, colon cancer ranks as the fourth most common type of cancer, with the incidence rate has been rising rapidly among younger people in recent years.

However, according to Dr. Akiko Tomonari from the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, with nearly 20 years of experience caring for thousands of patients from the US, UK, Germany, Japan...: “Most colorectal cancers develop from adenomatous polyps. Polyps are abnormal growths in the lining of the colon and can be detected through a colonoscopy. If detected early and treated at the initial stage, the disease can be cured.”

Dr. Akiko explained that gastrointestinal cancers often progress silently and are difficult to detect. So, one should not wait for symptoms to appear before visiting the hospital.

Early screening with specialized methods at the hospital allows for the timely and accurate diagnosis of gastrointestinal cancers, providing the best chance for effective treatment and increasing the success rate for patients.

For individuals in the average-risk group, the recommended age to start screening for esophageal, stomach, and colorectal cancers is currently between 45 to 50. In cases where there is a higher risk of colorectal cancer, screening should begin at a younger age.

After the initial screening, the doctor will recommend the timing of the next screening based on the results and the patient's personal and family medical history.

As one of the leading international hospitals in Vietnam, Hanoi French Hospital brings together a team of internationally trained doctors with many years of experience, including:

• Dr. Akiko Tomonari, a Japanese doctor specializing in upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures, autoimmune diseases and treatments of gastrointestinal cancer, hepatobiliary and pancreatic cancers.
• Dr. Nguyen Quang Duat, with over 40 years of experience in treating gastritis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, and colonic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Dr. Nguyen Thi Cam Tu, with nearly 30 years of experience in sedated and non-sedated gastroscopy and colonoscopy, trans-nasal gastroscopy, and early diagnosis of esophageal, gastric, and colorectal cancers.

Supporting the doctors is a modern Olympus endoscopy system, which provides high-definition imaging. The system adheres to the highest standards of infection control, and all procedures are carried out according to the latest recommendations from the WHO and the World Gastroenterology Organization, ensuring safety and best outcomes for each patient.

This September, to celebrate our 27th anniversary, HFH is pleased to offer you special promotions:

• 10% discount on stomach and colon cancer screening packages
• 10% discount on liver, biliary, and pancreatic cancer screening packages

For consultations or appointments with our gastroenterology specialists, please call our hotline on 0243 577, contact our “Hanoi French Hospital” Facebook fan page, or message our Zalo official account at zalo.me/2008009049335817955.