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The original cancer. Cells from the primary cancer may break away and be carried to other parts of the body, where secondary cancers may form….
…inserted into different cavities in the body for a close examination. They are often named after the part of the body they are designed to examine, such as a laryngoscope for the larynx and a colonoscopy to examine the bowel….
The opening at the end of the bowel where solid waste matter normally leaves the body. The muscles that control it are called the anal sphincter.
Ability to control urination and bowel movements.
The part of the body between the chest and hips, which contains the stomach, liver, bowel, bladder and kidneys.
An internal pouch surgically created using the lining of the large bowel. It may be formed during an ultra-low anterior resection.
Strong muscles that form a valve. The anal sphincter muscles relax when a bowel movement occurs….
A projecting growth from a surface in the body, such as the large bowel. Most polyps are benign, but they can become malignant….
An operation that connects the small bowel to a surgically created opening (stoma) in the abdomen.