Colon Cancer
Definition of colon cancer
Cancer that forms in the tissues of the colon (the longest part of the large intestine). Most colon cancers are adenocarcinomas (cancers that begin in cells that make and release mucus and other fluids).
Estimated new cases and deaths
Estimated new cases and deaths from colon and rectal cancer in the United States in 2009:
- New cases: 106,100 (colon); 40,870 (rectal)
- Deaths: 49,920 (colon and rectal combined)
Rectal Cancer
Definition of rectal cancer
Cancer that forms in the tissues of the rectum (the last several inches of the large intestine before the anus).
Estimated new cases and deaths
Estimated new cases and deaths from colon and rectal cancer in the United States in 2009:
- New cases: 106,100 (colon); 40,870 (rectal)
- Deaths: 49,920 (colon and rectal combined)
Liver Cancer
Definition of liver cancer
Primary liver cancer is cancer that forms in the tissues of the liver. Secondary liver cancer is cancer that spreads to the liver from another part of the body.
Estimated new cases and deaths
Estimated new cases and deaths from liver and intrahepatic bile duct cancer in the United States in 2009:
- New cases: 22,620
- Deaths: 18,160
Pancreatic Cancer
Definition of pancreatic cancer
A disease in which malignant (cancer) cells are found in the tissues of the pancreas. Also called exocrine cancer.
Estimated new cases and deaths
Estimated new cases and deaths from pancreatic cancer in the United States in 2009:
- New cases: 42,470
- Deaths: 35,240
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