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
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.
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?
