Anal Cancer

On This Page:

• What is Anal Cancer?
• Treatment Locations
• Support Services
• Additional Resources

What is Anal Cancer?

The anus is the body's opening at the lower end of the intestines. The anus is about an inch and a half long and connects the lower part of the large intestine to the outside of the body. Cancer is an abnormal growth of cells. When these cells grow in the anus, it is called anal cancer. You can learn more about anal cancer by clicking here.

The Intermountain Team

At Intermountain Cancer Centers, we use a team of experts to treat anal cancer. We offer many treatment options for anal cancer patients. These include:

• Surgery
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation Therapy
• Patient Navigation
• Multidisciplinary Cancer Care Conference
• Multidisciplinary Treatment Clinic
• Clinical Trials

Treatment Locations

These services are available at the following facilities:

Supportive Services

We also offer many additional services for cancer patients. While these many not be located within each hospital, every Intermountain Healthcare cancer patient has access to these services, regardless of where you have surgery or treatment:

• Cancer Education Center
• Financial Support
• Moving Forward Clinic
• Nutrition Services
• Pain Management
• Palliative Care
• Physical and Occupational Therapy
• Social Work
• Survivorship Education Classes
• Tobacco Cessation
• Wound and Ostomy Care

Additional Resources

There are many other reputable organizations that can assist you in your cancer journey:

• American Cancer Society
• National Cancer Institute