Un cáncer poco común, el cáncer anal aparece en el canal anal, el tubo corto al final del recto a través del cual salen las heces del cuerpo. Hay varios tipos de cáncer anal clasificados según los tipos de tumores que se desarrollan. Los carcinomas de células escamosas se encuentran en el ano causados por células escamosas que recubren la mayor parte del canal anal; Los carcinomas de células basales son cánceres de piel que afectan áreas de la piel expuestas al sol; y es probable que se formen tumores del estroma gastrointestinal en el estómago o el intestino delgado.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Cancer Center
The Cancer Center’s experienced specialists combine their skills to create a personalized plan that takes all your needs into account. Our comprehensive, multi-specialty team appr…
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Colon and Rectal Surgery
BMC's colorectal surgeons offer cutting-edge surgical treatments for conditions that affect the colon, rectum, and anus, in coordinating with other specialists.
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Gastrointestinal Cancer Program
Our expert team treats all cancers of the gastrointestinal system, as well as pancreatic and liver cancers, with surgery, chemotherapy, and more.
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Radiation Oncology
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Boston Medical Center is committed to providing expert, compassionate care in a state-of-the-art facility. Our team of skilled radiation on…