The role of carcinoembryonic antigen monitoring in management of colorectal cancer |
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Authors: | Mary F Mulcahy MD Al B Benson III MD |
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Institution: | (1) Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center, Northwestern University, 233 East Erie Street, Suite 700, 60611 Chicago, IL, USA |
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Abstract: | Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) is an important tool in the management of colorectal cancer. Its use as a prognostic indicator
in resectable disease remains controversial but may be improved with molecular detection of the antigen. In monitoring patients
after resection, CEA can be the first sign of a potentially curable recurrence. It can also be useful in assessing tumor response
in patients being treated for metastases without easily measurable disease. CEA alone cannot dictate the type or duration
of treatment but may be used in addition to standard monitoring tests. |
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