Experts said, digestive tract malignancies account for around 15-20% of all cancer cases
She said lifestyle and dietary habits are among the major contributing factors, with some cancer categories recording a 20-30% rise over the past decade. Organisers said digestive tract malignancies account for around 15-20% of all cancer cases. Experts added that more than 50% of patients still seek treatment only when the disease has progressed to stage III or IV.
Oesophageal, colorectal and gallbladder cancers are among the major types reported. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Ahmedabad | Silver Rate in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Petrol Price in Ahmedabad | Diesel Price in Ahmedabad | CNG Price in Ahmedabad | LPG Price in Ahmedabad Stay updated with the latest Ahmedabad news.
Dr Pooja Nandwani Patel, secretary of GIOS, said there has been a rise in almost all categories of gastrointestinal cancers, from cancer of the food pipe to rectal cancer. With minimally invasive surgeries, we have been able to reduce the removal of tissues,” she said. Ahmedabad: The city hosted the annual conference of the Gastrointestinal Oncology Society, with experts focusing on the theme “Bridging Practice to Evidence in GI Malignancies. Key topics discussed at the conference included emerging advances in gastrointestinal cancer care, robotic surgery, hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy, radiation oncology, precision medicine and multidisciplinary treatment approaches. “Timely detection and intervention are crucial. Download the TOI App.