How long can you survive after surgery for early colorectal cancer

Early colorectal cancer patients usually have a long survival time after surgery, with a five-year survival rate of more than 90%, but the specific situation depends on the cancer stage, the patient's health status and postoperative recovery. Through timely surgery combined with active health management after surgery, most patients can achieve long-term survival.

Early colorectal cancer is mostly confined to the intestinal wall and is usually treated by surgical removal of the lesion. Common surgeries include colectomy, proctocolectomy, and local lesion resection. Patients who are discovered and treated early have better postoperative recovery because the cancer cells have not yet spread to the lymph nodes or other organs. To prevent recurrence after surgery, adjuvant therapy may be considered, such as chemotherapy (such as the use of fluorouracil combined with oxaliplatin) or targeted therapy (such as bevacizumab). Regular postoperative follow-up is essential, usually including colonoscopy, CT scan, and CEA (carcinoembryonic antigen) level testing to monitor the possibility of recurrence.

Early colorectal cancer is mostly confined to the intestinal wall and is usually treated by surgical removal of the lesion. Common surgeries include colectomy, proctocolectomy, and local lesion resection. Patients who are discovered and treated early have better postoperative recovery because the cancer cells have not yet spread to the lymph nodes or other organs. To prevent recurrence after surgery, adjuvant therapy may be considered, such as chemotherapy (such as the use of fluorouracil combined with oxaliplatin) or targeted therapy (such as bevacizumab). Regular postoperative follow-up is essential, usually including colonoscopy, CT scan, and CEA (carcinoembryonic antigen) level testing to monitor the possibility of recurrence.

In order to improve the quality of life after surgery, attention should be paid to dietary adjustment, exercise and mental health. In terms of diet, it is recommended to consume more foods rich in dietary fiber such as oats, quinoa and dark vegetables, and limit the intake of red meat and processed foods. In terms of exercise, start with light physical activity and gradually increase the intensity of exercise, such as walking or yoga. Regular follow-up and disease assessment after surgery are not only the key to detecting recurrence, but also provide scientific guidance for patients' lives. By maintaining good living habits and actively cooperating with doctors' treatment, most patients can enjoy many years of healthy life.