Gut bacteria may be an indicator of colon cancer risk – UW Medicine

a Research published today The journal Cell Host & Microbe reported that an increased presence of certain bacteria in the gut biome indicates that colon polyps are more likely to become cancerous. In his research, William DePaoloAn associate professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine found that patients who underwent routine colonoscopies and […]

Colorectal cancer prevention | Moffitt

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in the world, accounting for approximately 10% of all cases. It mainly affects older people, and usually he is diagnosed after the age of 50. However, more and more cases are being diagnosed in young adults. Another important […]

First-in-class targeted therapy has potential for colon cancer

Germany’s Merck KGaA (MRK:DE) announced a licensing agreement with New York-based small molecule developer Inspirna. The agreement is for ompenacrid, a first-in-class SLC6A8 blocker, and will also include other similar follow-on compounds. Omphenacrid is currently being evaluated in a Phase II trial for second-line treatment of certain people with advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC). […]

Research identifies promising treatment for advanced colorectal cancer

An international phase 3 clinical trial showed that patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who carry a rare genetic tumor mutation called KRAS G12C received a combination of the KRAS inhibitor sotorasib and the monoclonal antibody panitumumab compared to standard treatment. It was found that an excellent progression-free survival rate was achieved. City of Hope is […]

The man thought the pain was caused by a new exercise regimen. he had cancer.

When JJ Singleton noticed a throbbing pain in her abdomen in May 2015, she chalked it up to a torn muscle. After all, the 27-year-old’s goals for this year are: “Let’s get our lives together,” that’s how he started 2015. crossfit Train with your old soccer coach. singleton, Now 36, he told Business Insider that […]

Colorectal cancer tumor growth may be promoted by cholesterol

Share on PinterestWhy statins and other cholesterol-lowering drugs can help prevent colon cancer tumor growth. Image credit: Su Bikun/VCG (Getty Images) Colon cancer screening looks for the presence of polyps, some of which can become cancerous. One type of serrated adenoma is thought to be precancerous and can recur after removal, particularly leading to invasive […]

Stage IV colorectal cancer survivor: ‘MD Anderson gave me a second chance’

Jeff Williams has been an FBI agent for 22 years and was in good health when he underwent his first colonoscopy at age 50. At the time, this was the recommended age to begin regular colorectal cancer screening tests. Guidelines later lowered his age to 45. He wasn’t worried, but changed his mind when he […]