Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer

Comprehensive diagnosis and advanced treatment for cancers of the digestive system with a multidisciplinary approach.

What is Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer?

Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer refers to cancers that affect the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, small intestine, colon, rectum, and anus. Early detection and timely treatment significantly improve outcomes.

Types of GI Cancer

  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Gallbladder & Bile Duct Cancers

Symptoms & Risk Factors

Signs & Symptoms

  • Persistent abdominal pain or discomfort
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Blood in stool or black stools
  • Loss of appetite or early satiety

Risk Factors

  • Tobacco and alcohol use
  • Poor dietary habits and obesity
  • Chronic gastrointestinal diseases
  • Family history of GI cancers
  • Infections such as Helicobacter pylori or Hepatitis

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of GI cancers may involve endoscopy, colonoscopy, imaging tests (CT, MRI, PET scans), biopsy, and advanced molecular testing to determine cancer type and stage accurately.

Treatment Options at King’s Cancer Center

  • Chemotherapy: Systemic treatment to destroy cancer cells
  • Targeted Therapy: Personalized treatment based on tumor biology
  • Immunotherapy: Boosting the immune system to fight cancer
  • Radiation Therapy: Precision radiation using advanced technology
  • Surgery: Minimally invasive and robotic GI surgeries

Our GI oncology team works collaboratively to design individualized treatment plans focused on maximum tumor control, faster recovery, and improved quality of life.

Advanced GI Cancer Care

Early diagnosis, expert surgical care, and advanced therapies are key to successful GI cancer treatment. Our specialists ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care at every stage.

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