The Christie Charity
Colorectal and Peritoneal Oncology Centre
An international centre at The Christie specialising in cytoreductive surgery, HIPEC, peritoneal cancers, colorectal cancers and anal cancers.
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Mike Holland, Christie patient
“The care I have had with both of my cancers at The Christie has been exemplary. Paul Sutton and Rachel Connolly filled me with confidence at a time of great anxiety… their compassion, dedication and expertise in their field has been a crucial part of my treatment and recovery.”
Chris Cheetham, Christie patient
“Words are not enough to express the gratitude my family and I have for the whole Christie team – I will always be indebted to each and every one of them.”
Kelvin Foote, Christie patient
“I was so impressed with all the staff at The Christie. The care, compassion, and professionalism shone through. They were always there, any concerns, any issues, nothing was too much trouble.”
Becky Maskill, Christie patient
“When I was referred to The Christie, it was a huge relief to me that there was a chance they could operate on me – my 3 young boys needed their mummy.”
Steve Farrow, Christie patient
“When you become a patient at The Christie, you are made to feel special in the most difficult of circumstances.”
Lesley Nelson, Christie patient
“With information provided by the Macmillan organisation, I attended some group sessions at Maggie’s. I found the ‘Look Good Feel Better’ and ‘Colour Me Beautiful’ sessions particularly helpful. They highlighted ways to look after my appearance and help restore my self-esteem."
Phil Davis, Christie patient
“I am very thankful to Mr Wilson and all his team, particularly Rebecca Halstead, who helped me through a very tough time. Without their knowledge and ability, I simply wouldn’t be here, to which I am forever grateful.”
Claudia Finamore, Christie patient
“I feel like I have come a long way, and while my journey is not over, I feel like I am not on my own. I have to thank all the team at The Christie for the progress I have made, and the hope I have for my future.”
Katie Blackwood, Christie patient
“Thanks to all the wonderful staff at The Christie, I was back holding my son in time to celebrate his second birthday and looking forward to a more positive year ahead.”
Low grade mucinous neoplasm I (LAMN I)
A low-grade mucinous neoplasm (LAMN I) is a growth found in your appendix. It can be treated by the Colorectal and Peritoneal Oncology Centre (CPOC) at The Christie.
Low grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm (LAMN II)
A low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm (LAMN) is a growth found in your appendix. If this pushes through the appendix wall, this is called a LAMN II.
Instructions for taking PLENVU® bowel preparation
If you have been prescribed an oral bowel cleansing agent, follow these instructions carefully to take this bowel preparation safely and so that good views are obtained during your test.