Adeno-CA Colon asc. G2

What does "Adeno-CA Colon asc. G2" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Adeno-CA Colon asc. G2" refers to a specific type of cancer found in the ascending part of the colon, which is a part of the large intestine. "Adeno-CA" is short for adenocarcinoma, a cancer that starts in the cells that form glands and make mucus to lubricate the inside of the colon and rectum. "G2" indicates that the cells of the cancer are moderately different from normal cells, which tells something about the speed at which the cancer might grow and spread.

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