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Episode 101: Colorectal Cancer Series, Pt. 3 - Adjuvant Therapy in Stage II Colon Cancer and ctDNA

The Fellow on Call: The Heme/Onc Podcast

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Navigating Stage II Colon Cancer Treatment

This chapter begins with amusing personal anecdotes before diving into the complexities of stage II colon cancer treatment, particularly focusing on adjuvant chemotherapy. Through the case study of a 55-year-old male patient, it examines critical factors like microsatellite instability and tumor staging that influence treatment decisions. The discussion highlights the challenges in patient selection for chemotherapy and the minimal benefits observed, especially in T4 stage cases.

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