F-Hb concentration at FIT may help define screening interval
Top line: patient’s feces hemoglobin concentration (f-Hb) on a fecal immunochemical test (FIT) may help determine optimal screening intervals such as: colorectal cancer (CRC). methodology: In an ongoing study, researchers analyzed the dose-response relationship between f-Hb concentrations and the presence of advanced neoplasms (i.e., advanced adenomas or CRC). colonoscopy Screening in Germany. The analysis evaluated […]
Sponsored: Colorectal screening is the key to early detection and survival of colon cancer
Incidence is decreasing in adults over 65 years of age, but increasing in younger adults. But colorectal exams can save lives. Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the United States, excluding certain types of skin cancer. Incidence rates are decreasing among adults 65 years and older; rising In young adults. […]
Screening and early treatment for anal cancer in people with HIV infection
According to research presented at the conference, people living with HIV who receive topical trichloroacetic acid are about as likely to experience improvement or resolution of precancerous anal cell changes as those who receive electrocautery. patients, but were less likely to experience pain or other side effects. European AIDS Conference (EACS 2023).Another study published in […]
Mixed CRC screening message. Is it confusing?Some docs think so
Latest updates colorectal cancer (CRC) screening guidance from the American College of Physicians (ACP) has raised concerns among some experts. The clinical guidance for ACP is was announced on Annual report of internal medicine In late July, the government called for colon cancer screening to begin at age 50 for asymptomatic people at average risk. […]
Start screening at age 45 to prevent colorectal cancer, advice from UT Southwestern experts : Newsroom
The diagram shows polyps on the lining of the colon or large intestine. The structure of small polyps can change over time and become cancerous, a process that takes about 10 years. (Photo courtesy of Getty Images) DALLAS – June 6, 2023 – Colorectal cancer is on the rise among young people. According to the […]
After battling colon cancer, patient optimism grows – Colorectal cancer screening
In 2009, Delia Wilson attributed her regular stomach pains to the stress of attending graduate school and working full time. As the pain persisted, her GP recommended she undergo a colonoscopy, which revealed scar tissue but said there was nothing potentially life-threatening. But when the pain returned in 2021 and she started bleeding, Wilson underwent […]