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What Does A Large Mass Of 12 Centimeters Proximal To Splenic Flexure Mean?

Mr. Brown, an 86-year-old patient with suspected colon cancer, underwent a colonoscopy. A large mass was found 12 centimeters proximal to the splenic flexure. Which part of the colon is this located in? Trace the route of the colonoscope to the location of the mass.
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
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Hi and welcome ot HCM. this is in transversal colon which is secon dpaet of large bowel and it must be surgically removed.-WIsh you good health. Regards
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What Does A Large Mass Of 12 Centimeters Proximal To Splenic Flexure Mean?

Hi and welcome ot HCM. this is in transversal colon which is secon dpaet of large bowel and it must be surgically removed.-WIsh you good health. Regards