Organoid drug testing predicts treatment response for colorectal cancer
A new study has proven that organoid drug tests are highly accurate in predicting effective treatments and uncovered new treatment options. A world-first study led by scientists at the Walter and Eliza Hall Medical Institute (WEHI) proves that an organoid drug test can predict response to treatment in patients with advanced colorectal cancer with 90% […]
Study links gut bacteria to precancerous growth, paving the way for microbial testing of colorectal cancer risk
SINGAPORE – A new study led by a team of local researchers has found that certain types of gut bacteria are associated with certain precancerous colorectal polyps. Polyps are growths on the lining of the colon that can become cancerous over time if not removed. This finding raises the possibility of using microbial testing kits […]
Are you performing genetic testing for CRC correctly?
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Hello. I’m Dr. David Johnson, professor of medicine and chief of gastroenterology at Eastern Virginia Medical University. Welcome to another common concern of his G.I. Today I wanted to provide some perspective on genetic testing. colorectal cancer: What’s required, what’s standard, and what you need to know now. […]
Are you performing genetic testing for CRC correctly?
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Hello. I’m Dr. David Johnson, professor of medicine and chief of gastroenterology at Eastern Virginia Medical University. Welcome to another common concern of his G.I. Today I wanted to provide some perspective on genetic testing. colorectal cancer: What’s required, what’s standard, and what you need to know now. […]