Quality of Life After Surgical Treatment for Rectal Cancer

Eligibility Details: Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patient has histologically proven adenocarcinoma of the rectum (stage I - IV) that is planned to be treated by surgical resection performed with curative intent, or who has already received surgical treatment. 2. Patient is aged 18 and older. 3. Patient must sign an approved informed consent document and have the literary and physical ability to complete the questionnaire in English. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patient has been treated with pelvic radiation therapy for a diagnosis other than rectal cancer 2. Patient has a concurrent cancer diagnosis at the time of consent 3. Patient has recurrent disease.