Malignant tumor of the colon or rectum. The majority are adenocarcinomas. Loss of imprinting (LOI) of the insulin-like growth factor II (IGF2) gene is suggested to be associated with a predisposition to sporadic colorectal cancer.
A malignant tumor involving the rectum and sigmoid colon. The majority are carcinomas. -- 2003
154.0 is a specific code that can be used to specify a diagnosis
Cancer relating to the anus. Tumors of the anal margin (below the anal verge and involving the perianal hair-bearing skin) are classified with skin tumors.
154.3 is a specific code that can be used to specify a diagnosis