Gastrointestinal Cancer

Cancers can occur anywhere in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, from the esophagus to the anus. Usually, these cancers start in cells that line the GI tract called adenocarcinomas.

Parts of the GI tract, such as the upper part of the esophagus and the end of the anus, are lined with flat cells called squamous cells. Cancers originating in these cells are called squamous cell carcinomas.

Gastrointestinal stromal tumors are known as GISTs, which are tumors of the GI system that originate within the wall of the GI tract. Not all GISTs are cancerous. Other cancers that may form in the GI tract include neuroendocrine cancers, angiosarcoma, and peripheral nerve sheath tumors.

The main treatment for a gastrointestinal tumor (GIST) is surgery to remove all the cancer. If the tumor is very small, it is usually removed with a minimally invasive technique using a laparoscope. Even if the tumor is large or invading other organs, the surgeon will usually try to remove it.

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Bariatric Surgery Support Group:

If you have had bariatric surgery or are planning to have it, you are invited to participate in this free bimonthly group where bariatric professionals will address a variety of topics to help you achieve the best possible outcomes. All groups run from 6:00-7:30 PM in Greenwich Hospital's Cafeteria Conference Room.

Monday, January 9th: "A Lifestyle, Not a Resolution"
Thursday, January 26th: "Use Your Coping Skills and 'Pay it Forward'"
Monday, February 6th: "Chef Gavin Presents 'Bariatric Proteins and Grains for Winter Fullness and Satisfaction'" (PLEASE NOTE: class held at 55 Holly Hill Lane kitchen)
Thursday, February 23rd: "Virtual Supermarket Tour/Savvy Label Reading"

Drs. Molinelli & Petrotos in The Daily Greenwich

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Bariatric Surgery Information Seminars

Thursday, January 5th: 6:00-7:30 PM in the Noble Conference Room
Monday, January 23rd: 6:00-7:30 in the Noble Conference Room

You are cordially invited to these informative evenings with Dr. Bruce Molinelli and Dr. Athanassios Petrotos to explore bariatric surgery and find out if it's right for you. Please call (203) 863-4300 to register, and join us!

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