Jejunum Cancer
Overview
The Jejunum is the middle part of the small intestine - between the duodenum (first part of the small intestine) and the ileum (last part of the small intestine).
Risk Factors
- Sex- Men are at a higher risk
- Age- More common in people over the age of 60
- Smoking increases the risk
- Alcohol Consumption
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Signs and Symptoms
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Loss of appetite
- Feeling of fullness
- Constipation
- Inability to pass gas
- Nausea and Vomiting
Diagnosis
- Clinical Examination - If the clinical symptoms are suggestive of Ileal cancer, the physician orders certain investigations to confirm the diagnosis and identify the degree of spread of the tumor.
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Treatment
Most Jejunal tumors except Lymphoma are treated by surgical resection of the tumor. Surgery is the curative option for Jejunal adenocarcinoma, GIST and neuroendocrine tumors.
FAQ
- What is the most common type of Jejunal cancer?
- Does the type of Jejunal cancer have an impact on the treatment?
- How do you treat Jejunum cancer?
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