In the months before his wedding, Queens resident Roberto Pineda Sanchez noticed persistent rectal bleeding, a dangerous symptom he almost ignored. Thankfully, he decided to bring it up to his doctor—a potentially lifesaving choice that led to his swift and successful treatment for colorectal cancer. “He said it’s probably a hemorrhoid or fissure or something … Read more
Early-onset colorectal cancer is expected to be one of the leading causes of death for adults between the ages of 20 and 49 by 2030, unless cancer is caught at an earlier stage A simple, high-accuracy blood test may transform outcomes for patients with colorectal cancer (CRC), Irish scientists believe. Researchers from Trinity College Dublin, … Read more
Researchers demonstrate that colorectal cancer–associated RNA biomarkers, including CDH1, can be detected in community wastewater using a proof-of-concept approach. Study: Using wastewater for population-level colorectal cancer surveillance: a future research agenda. Image Credit: Siyanight / Shutterstock A proof-of-concept feasibility study published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health reveals a feasibility-based approach to detecting colorectal … Read more
A new preclinical study in mice shows that precancerous cells in the pancreas can be eliminated before they have the chance to become tumors. Using an experimental therapy to target microscopic precancerous lesions in the pancreas nearly doubled survival in mouse models of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) compared to the same treatment given after cancer … Read more
Background and objectives Terminal ileum intubation is considered the completion step of colonoscopy and is usually performed to assess the ileum. The histological examination of the ileal mucosa, which is acquired during terminal ileum intubation, may allow an accurate diagnosis. However, there is no absolute consensus on when ileoscopy and biopsy should be attempted. As … Read more
More cases of colorectal cancer are detected at an early stage with screening. This is according to new research based on data from over 278,000 60-year-olds, who were randomly selected to undergo one of two interventions or no screening at all (usual care). The study, which is a collaboration between Uppsala University and Karolinska Institutet, … Read more
When Sarah Beran started noticing blood in her poop, she didn’t know how to bring it up to her doctor. “I felt like I went in there with my tail between my legs, and not only was I talking about poop, but I was talking about my butt and blood and it’s just all these … Read more
Zagari RM, Eusebi LH, Rabitti S, Cristoferi L, Vestito A, Pagano N, Bazzoli F. Prevalence of upper Gastrointestinal endoscopic findings in the community: A systematic review of studies in unselected samples of subjects. J Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2016;31(9):1527–38. PubMed Google Scholar Correa P, Piazuelo MB. Helicobacter pylori infection and gastric adenocarcinoma. US Gastroenterol Hepatol Rev. 2011;7(1):59–64. … Read more
Three scientists working in a laboratory. They are bending over a table looking at data and a paper. getty Heather Candrilli, 36, a mother of two, is battling metastatic colon cancer—underscoring the urgent need for education, research, and advocacy for young adults facing rising rates of the disease. Her journey began two years ago with … Read more
The Evolving Landscape of Colorectal Cancer Screening: Balancing Convenience and Accuracy Table of Contents The Evolving Landscape of Colorectal Cancer Screening: Balancing Convenience and Accuracy The Challenge of Screening Adherence The Appeal of Blood-Based Screening A Closer Look at Performance and Limitations the Importance of Follow-Up and Future Directions The Ongoing Debate: Optimizing Colorectal Cancer … Read more