Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer is cancer that develops in the colon (the longest part of the large intestine) and/or the rectum (the last several inches of the large intestine before the anus). In the United States, it is the fourth most common cancer in men and women. Caught early, it is often curable.

What Causes Colorectal Cancer?

Cancer occurs when a normal cell divides and multiples uncontrollably. Normally cells are regulated in their growth, maturity, division and death by the DNA present in their nucleus. With damage to the DNA the cells may become rogue and multiply uncontrollably to give rise to tumors.

What is Colorectal Cancer?

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Colorectal Cancer Symptoms

Colorectal Cancer Pathogenesis

Microbial Dysbiosis and Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer and Organ Preservation

Latest Colorectal Cancer News and Research

New trial could transform the way of caring for people with neuroendocrine tumors

A revolutionary new way of caring for people with neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) will be trialed in the coming months, with the Flinders University-led project aiming to improve patient quality of life and develop a cost-effective system that can be implemented across other rare cancers in the future.

13 Jan 2022

Researchers set the framework for improved colorectal cancer surveillance using precision medicine

A team of Vanderbilt researchers has revealed some of the mechanisms by which polyps develop into colorectal cancer, setting the framework for improved surveillance for the cancer utilizing precision medicine.

7 Jan 2022

The war on cancer at 50: The origin story begins with a socialite citizen-lobbyist

The roots of the National Cancer Act can be traced to a small home in Watertown, Wisconsin. In the early 1900s, a girl named Mary tagged along when her mother went to visit their laundress, Mrs. Belter, who had breast cancer.

6 Jan 2022

New treatment could be a better option for patients with colon cancer

Targeted radioembolization alongside chemotherapy improved progress-free survival for patients with colon cancer that had metastasized to the liver, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

17 Dec 2021

Scientists find better treatment options for patients with advanced colorectal cancer

City of Hope, a world-renowned cancer research and treatment organization, today announced study results of a Phase 2 clinical trial showing monotherapy with sotorasib resulted in anti-tumor activity and a favorable benefit-risk profile among heavily pretreated patients with advanced colorectal cancer. The research was published today in Lancet Oncology.

16 Dec 2021

Salk study could help find better treatment options for colorectal cancer patients

Patients with colorectal cancer were among the first to receive targeted therapies. These drugs aim to block the cancer-causing proteins that trigger out-of-control cell growth while sparing healthy tissues.

14 Dec 2021

Study assesses health care providers' preferences, practices related to colorectal cancer screening

Colorectal cancer is the second-most frequent cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. Despite the availability of several effective screening tests, colorectal cancer screening rates remain below national goals.

14 Dec 2021

"Supermere" discovery may offer clues to earlier diagnoses and treatment of several diseases

Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have discovered a nanoparticle released from cells, called a "supermere," which contains enzymes, proteins and RNA associated with multiple cancers, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease and even COVID-19.

14 Dec 2021

Research reveals lower rates of colorectal cancer screening among rural women

Women who live in urban and rural areas get screened for breast cancer at similar rates, but rural women get screened for colorectal cancer at significantly lower rates than their urban counterparts, new research reveals.

14 Dec 2021

New approach to enhance the therapeutic efficacy of liver cancer immunotherapy

In recent years, tumor immunotherapy has emerged as a highly promising and much-touted oncological approach.

7 Dec 2021

COVID-19 pandemic likely caused new cancer diagnoses to be delayed, study shows

Restrictions in access to care during the COVID-19 pandemic caused disruptions in the treatment of cancer and other conditions.

6 Dec 2021

AI-driven medical imaging may help fight against rectal cancer

Building on its successes in applying artificial intelligence (AI) to medical imaging to enhance treatment of other diseases, a Case Western Reserve University-led team next will test its approach with rectal cancer patients.

4 Dec 2021

Modulating the composition of bacterial populations in the colon could enhance anti-tumor immunity

A bacterium common in the mouse gut microbiome can charge up the immune system to fight cancer cells in the colon, researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine report today in the journal Immunity.

3 Dec 2021

New NCCN patient guideline explains when and how to screen for colorectal cancer

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network today announced the publication of new NCCN Guidelines for Patients: Colorectal Cancer Screening.

1 Dec 2021

Novel anti-inflammatory drug target identified by CRISPR

In this interview, News-Medical speaks to Dr. Jeffrey Rathmell about his recent research into how metabolic pathways impact immune function.

1 Dec 2021

Study finds under-representation of certain populations in cancer clinical trials

In a study examining disparities and trends in the inclusion of minorities, women, and older patients in cancer clinical trials, investigators found that certain populations remain under-represented.

25 Nov 2021

Lef1 gene restricts formation of cancer stem cell niches to suppress colorectal tumor growth

The new research findings help to understand mechanisms that lead to different types of intestinal tumors. They show that the Lef1 gene suppresses the development and growth of colorectal cancer by restricting the formation of cancer stem cell niches.

18 Nov 2021

Colorectal Cancer

Overview

What is Colorectal Cancer?

Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis

Colorectal Cancer Prevention

Feature Articles

Colorectal Cancer Management

Colorectal Cancer Prognosis

Colorectal Cancer Symptoms

Colorectal Cancer Pathogenesis

Microbial Dysbiosis and Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer and Organ Preservation

Latest Colorectal Cancer News and Research

New trial could transform the way of caring for people with neuroendocrine tumors

Researchers set the framework for improved colorectal cancer surveillance using precision medicine

The war on cancer at 50: The origin story begins with a socialite citizen-lobbyist

New treatment could be a better option for patients with colon cancer

Scientists find better treatment options for patients with advanced colorectal cancer

Salk study could help find better treatment options for colorectal cancer patients

Study assesses health care providers' preferences, practices related to colorectal cancer screening

"Supermere" discovery may offer clues to earlier diagnoses and treatment of several diseases

Research reveals lower rates of colorectal cancer screening among rural women

New approach to enhance the therapeutic efficacy of liver cancer immunotherapy

COVID-19 pandemic likely caused new cancer diagnoses to be delayed, study shows

AI-driven medical imaging may help fight against rectal cancer

Modulating the composition of bacterial populations in the colon could enhance anti-tumor immunity

New NCCN patient guideline explains when and how to screen for colorectal cancer

Novel anti-inflammatory drug target identified by CRISPR

Study finds under-representation of certain populations in cancer clinical trials

Lef1 gene restricts formation of cancer stem cell niches to suppress colorectal tumor growth

Potential therapeutic targets of hydrogen for treatment of the COVID-19

Washington University School of Medicine receives $17 million to address disparities in cancers

Brooklyn College announces the launch of BCCC-CURE to enhance the lives of cancer patients

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How has COVID-19 Impacted our Economy?

Using lab-grown stomachs to shed light on the symptoms of COVID-19

Colorectal Cancer

Overview

Feature Articles

Colorectal Cancer Management

Colorectal Cancer Prognosis

Colorectal Cancer Symptoms

Colorectal Cancer Pathogenesis

Microbial Dysbiosis and Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer and Organ Preservation

Latest Colorectal Cancer News and Research

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