Virtual Colonoscopy Effective in Preventing Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer can be accureately screened by method of 3D computed tomography (CT) colonography, also known as virtual colonoscopy.
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A New Way To Treat Colon Cancer?
Possible new drug for colon cancer treatment still is three to five years away.
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FDA Approves Vectibix to Treat Patients with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Amgen's first targeted Colon Cancer drug Vectibix is the first entirely human anti EGFr antibody approved by the FDA.
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Vectibix Approved for Colorectal Cancer
FDA Approves a New Drug for Colon Cancer, Vectibix
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FDA Approves Amgen Colon Cancer Drug Vectibix
Vectibix drug for the treatment of advanced colon cancer, which is made by Amgen, is approved by FDA.
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Model Helps Predict Risk of Developing Colorectal Cancer
Investigators used family medical history and tumor information to develop another model to predict genetic risk for colon or endometrial cancer.
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Prediction Models Help Identify Increased Risk of Colorectal Cancer
Prediction models that incorporate certain personal and family medical history characteristics can help identify high risk patients who are likely to have a gene mutation associated with a type of colorectal cancer.
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A Spicy Solution for Colon Cancer?
Curcumin blocks the activity of a gastrointestinal hormone implicated in the development of colorectal cancer, the country's second leading cancer killer with nearly 60,000 deaths annually.
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Regular, Aerobic Exercise Significantly Reduces Markers of Increased Colon-Cancer Risk in Men
Men saw a substantial decrease in the amount of cellular proliferation in the areas of the colon that are most vulnerable to colon cancer.
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Chemicals in Curry and Onions May Help Prevent Colon Cancer
Combination of curcumin and quercetin greatly reduces size and number of colorectal polyps.
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Culturally Appropriate Materials Increase Cancer Screening Rates
Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates can be significantly improved using a dedicated health educator empowered with culturally appropriate educational tools.
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Moderate Exercise Improves Survival Rates for Colon Cancer Survivors
People who have been treated for colon cancer can substantially reduce the risk that the disease will return and improve their overall chance of survival by engaging in regular exercise.
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Aspirin And Other NSAIDs May Not Reduce The Risk of Colorectal Cancer In Long-Term Smokers
The highest risk of colon cancer to be among long term smokers of 20 or more years who had never used NSAIDs.
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Targeted Lymph Node Examination Improves Staging of Colon Cancer
Examining the lymph nodes to which colorectal cancer is most likely to have spread may improve the accuracy of colon cancer staging and spare some patients the cost and toxicity of chemotherapy.
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Study Finds Racial Differences in Response to Treatments for Advanced Colon Cancer
In treatment of advanced colon cancer genetic factors may play a role.
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Many Patients not Receiving Follow-up Tests After Positive Screening for Colon Cancer
The study aims to improve colorectal cancer screening and suggests the need for better medical follow through for patients with potential colon cancer.
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Recommended 10 Year Interval for Colonoscopies for Most Patients
Patients with a negative colonoscopy examination have a reduced risk of developing colorectal cancer for more than 10 years.
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Benefits of Screening Colonoscopy In Very Elderly May Be Limited
Even though the prevalence of colon tumors increases with age, screening colonoscopy in patients over 80 years of age results in smaller gains in life expectancy.
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Exercise, Diet May Protect Against Colorectal Cancer
As the forerunners of colorectal tumors, the growth of polyps appears inhibiting by a negative energy balance, produced by increasing the mice's energy output.
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Almost 1/3 of Colon Cancer Patients Stop Chemotherapy, Leading To Double The Death Rate
First study to look at link between mortality rates from colon cancer and treatment adherence.
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Early Detection Can Prevent Colorectal Cancer
Most colorectal cancer cases could be prevented by following early detection guidelines.
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Timing of Radiation Treatments for Colon Cancer May Need Adjusting
Mice with the gene defect that causes colon cancer in humans can differ from normal mice in how they respond to radiation treatments.
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Celecoxib May Help Prevent Colorectal Cancer in High Risk Patients
COX 2 inhibitors are highly effective in preventing pre malignant tumors of the colon, and therefore may be useful in preventing colorectal cancer among high risk patients.
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Targeted Therapies Showing Great Promise Against Colorectal Cancer
Results from a Phase III study of a new drug show promise for patients with colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.
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Scientists Reveal New Mechanism That Causes Spread of Colorectal Cancer
By blocking the enzyme, the colorectal cancer cell cannot metastasize to other tissue.
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Smokers, Drinkers and Men Appear To Develop Colorectal Cancer At Earlier Ages
Alcohol use, tobacco use and male gender are associated with an earlier onset of colorectal cancer and also with location of tumors.
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African-American Women Bearing Unequal Burden of Deadly Disease of Colorectal Cancer
Despite having the greatest risk of developing and dying from colorectal cancer (CRC) of any gender, race or ethnicity, an astounding 96 percent of African American women do not consider themselves to be at high risk for the disease.
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Long-term Aspirin Use Reduces Risk for Colorectal Cancer
A new report from the Nurses' Health Study finds that regular, long term aspirin use can significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, as suggested by several earlier studies.
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Treatment Standard for Elderly With Colon Cancer
One of the newest and most potent chemotherapies for colon cancer is as safe and effective for the elderly as it is for younger patients.
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Learn The Signs and Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer
While a family history of colon cancer, a diet high in fat and red meat are major risk factors associated with colorectal cancer, the disease can be cured and often prevented if screened properly.
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7 Things You Should Know About Colon Cancer
If it's caught early through routine screening, colon cancer can be successfully treated.
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Prophylactic Surgeries Prevent Two Gynecological Cancers in Women with Lynch Syndrome
Women with hereditary colon cancer condition also at risk for endometrial, ovarian cancers.
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No Reduction in Risk for Colorectal Cancer Found with High Intake of Dietary Fiber
Although no major effect on the risk of colorectal cancer was found, a diet high in fiber from whole plant foods can be recommended.
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Gum-Chewing May Speed Recovery After Colon Surgery
Gum chewing may serve as a feasible alternative, an "inexpensive and helpful adjunct to postoperative care after colectomy.
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Eating Chicken May Reduce Your Risk of Colon Cancer
Patterns in diet may effect the development of colorectal adenomas, or precancerous polyps of the colon.
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High Intake of Dietary Fiber Not Associated with Reduced Risk of Colorectal Cancer
Dietary fiber has been hypothesized to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, however, the results of numerous epidemiological studies have been inconsistent.
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Use of Chemotherapy After Surgery for Colon Cancer Has Risen
More patients with stage III colon cancer are receiving chemotherapy after surgery, with increase in colon cancer survival rate.
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Doctors Don't Recommend Colorectal Screening Often Enough
People over 50 shoud be screened for colorectal cancer with a fecal occult blood test.
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Intervention Program Failed To Increase Colorectal Rates in Managed Care Setting
An intervention program designed to promote screening for colorectal cancer failed to increase screening rates.
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Height and Weight Affect Risk of Colorectal Cancer
Increases in weight and height were both associated with increased risk of developing colorectal cancer.
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