Carcinoma Colon and Rectum is amongst top 5 most common cancers in India both in males and females. Many patients dont opt for treatment advised by oncologist because of lack of adequate knowledge / myth. Another reason for not opting for treatment is fear and anxiety related to Stoma procedure. Not all colorectal cancer surgery require stoma procedure and even if required it is temporary stoma. Decision to do stoma procedure is based on location of cancer and involvement of Sphincter complex. Newer advances in Surgical, chemotherapy and Radiation therapy for rectal cancer has significantly reduced need for removal of sphincter and permanent stoma. To know more about treatment of colon and rectum cancer in detail and to make appropriate decision please consult Dr Jaipalreddy