Research suggests natural compound may hold promise as new alternative treatment for colon cancer
Schisandrin B inhibits the proliferation of human colon cancer cells. credit: ACS Pharmacology and Translational Science (2024). DOI: 10.1021/acsptsci.4c00009 A new study has found that a natural compound found in the fruit may be an effective alternative treatment for colon cancer. The disease, which affects the large intestine, remains a major global health concern and […]
New FIT stool test shows promise
Share on PinterestResearchers say a new stool test could reduce the number of people who need to undergo a colonoscopy to screen for colorectal cancer.Charles Gürn/Getty Images Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in men and women in the United States, excluding skin cancer.. Colorectal cancer screening has reduced cancer incidence since […]
Vaccines targeting KRAS in pancreatic and colorectal cancers show promise
A new vaccine shows promising early results as an off-the-shelf treatment for certain patients with pancreatic or colorectal cancer, according to a study co-led by researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). It is said that it shows.This vaccine targets tumors with mutations (or changes) in the KRAS gene, which is the driving force […]
BMS’ Opdivo regimen shows promise in colorectal cancer clinical trials
BMS’ Opdivo plus Yervoy significantly improved progression-free survival in patients with MSI-H/dMMR metastatic colorectal cancer. Credit: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. bristol myers squib (BMS) is a Phase III CheckMate-8HW clinical trial combining Opdivo (nivolumab) and Yervoy (ipilimumab) as a first-line treatment option for microsatellite-high instability (MSI-H) or mismatch repair deficiency (dMMR). reported promising data. Metastatic colorectal […]