Colon or Rectal Cancer Stage 0
| Title: | Colon or Rectal Cancer Stage 0 |
|---|---|
| Description: |
Stage 0 colorectal carcinoma in situ; drawing shows a cross-section of the colon/rectum. An inset shows the layers of the colon/rectum wall with abnormal cells in the mucosa layer. Also shown are the submucosa, muscle layers, serosa, a blood vessel, and lymph nodes. Stage 0 colorectal carcinoma in situ. Abnormal cells are found in the mucosa (innermost layer) of the colon/rectum wall. These abnormal cells may become cancer and spread into nearby normal tissue. |
| Topics/Categories: |
Anatomy -- Digestive/Gastrointestinal System Anatomy -- Lymphatic System Cancer Types -- Colorectal Cancer Staging |
| Type: | Color, Medical Illustration (JPEG format) |
| Source: | National Cancer Institute |
| Creator: | Terese Winslow (Illustrator) |
| AV Number: | CDR688354 |
| Date Created: | May 21, 2018 |
| Date Added: | April 15, 2011 |
| Reuse Restrictions: |
Yes - This image is copyright protected. Any use of this image is subject to prevailing copyright laws. U.S. Government has reuse rights. Please contact the rights holder of this image for permission requests.
Rights holder: Terese Winslow Email: terese@teresewinslow.com |