A-Type Lamins Associated with Aggressive Colorectal Cancer
(08/27/2008)
Proteins called A-type lamins appear to indicate the presence of aggressive disease in patients with colorectal cancer. A-type lamins may also play a role in determining treatment options among these patients. These results were recently published in the journal PLoS ONE.
Early Skin Treatment Reduces Skin Reactions in Colorectal Cancer Patients Treated with Vectibix®
(08/22/2008)
Among patients with colorectal cancer, skin treatment beginning on the day prior to therapy with Vectibix® (panitumumab) significantly reduces skin side effects associated with Vectibix compared with skin treatment after side effects occur. These results were presented at the 10th World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer held in Spain in June 2008.
More Fruits and Veggies, Less Meat Reduces Colorectal Cancer
(08/14/2008)
Individuals who consume a diet that is rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy oils, contains sufficient dietary calcium and vitamin D, and is low in solid fats, added sugar, and red meats have a significantly reduced risk of developing colorectal cancer. These results were recently published in the American Journal of Epidemiology.
Adjuvant Chemotherapy Does Not Adversely Affect Quality of Life of Elderly Patients with Colorectal Cancer
(08/12/2008)
Chemotherapy or radiation therapy for Stage III colon or rectal cancer, referred to as adjuvant therapy, does not significantly decrease quality of life compared with no adjuvant therapy among patients 75 years of age or older. These results were recently published in the journal Cancer.
Low Risk of Perforation During Colonoscopy Screening for Colorectal Cancer
(08/08/2008)
Perforation (a tear through the colon wall caused by a colonoscopy procedure) occurs in less than one in 1,000 patients undergoing a colonoscopy. These results were recently published in the Archives of Surgery.
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Screening/Prevention
More Fruits and Veggies, Less Meat Reduces Colorectal Cancer
(08/14/2008)
Individuals who consume a diet that is rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy oils, contains sufficient dietary calcium and vitamin D, and is low in solid fats, added sugar, and red meats have a significantly reduced risk of developing colorectal cancer. These results were recently published in the American Journal of Epidemiology.
Low Risk of Perforation During Colonoscopy Screening for Colorectal Cancer
(08/08/2008)
Perforation (a tear through the colon wall caused by a colonoscopy procedure) occurs in less than one in 1,000 patients undergoing a colonoscopy. These results were recently published in the Archives of Surgery.
ASCO 2008: The Evolving Role of EGFR Inhibitors in Colorectal Cancer
(07/31/2008)
Results from the 2008 annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), held May 30–June 2 in Chicago, Illinois, revealed significant steps towards the improvement of outcomes for patients with varying types of cancers. As seen during the past few years, attention has turned towards individualizing patient care through targeted therapies, optimizing patient selection for specific therapies, as well as a focus on quality of life and survivorship issues.
Higher Vitamin D Levels Result in Better Survival Among Colorectal Cancer Patients
(07/15/2008)
Among patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer, those with higher levels of vitamin D in their blood prior to diagnosis have an improved survival compared with those with lower levels. These results were recently published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Urologic and Colorectal Cancer Rates Linked in New Study
(05/22/2008)
Individuals who have been diagnosed with urologic cancers have an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer, and vice versa, according to data recently published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. These results may provide potential changes in screening guidelines.
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Adjuvant (I-III, A-C)
A-Type Lamins Associated with Aggressive Colorectal Cancer
(08/27/2008)
Proteins called A-type lamins appear to indicate the presence of aggressive disease in patients with colorectal cancer. A-type lamins may also play a role in determining treatment options among these patients. These results were recently published in the journal PLoS ONE.
Adjuvant Chemotherapy Does Not Adversely Affect Quality of Life of Elderly Patients with Colorectal Cancer
(08/12/2008)
Chemotherapy or radiation therapy for Stage III colon or rectal cancer, referred to as adjuvant therapy, does not significantly decrease quality of life compared with no adjuvant therapy among patients 75 years of age or older. These results were recently published in the journal Cancer.
ASCO 2008: The Evolving Role of EGFR Inhibitors in Colorectal Cancer
(07/31/2008)
Results from the 2008 annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), held May 30–June 2 in Chicago, Illinois, revealed significant steps towards the improvement of outcomes for patients with varying types of cancers. As seen during the past few years, attention has turned towards individualizing patient care through targeted therapies, optimizing patient selection for specific therapies, as well as a focus on quality of life and survivorship issues.
Changes in Lifestyle May Improve Quality of Life for Colon Cancer Survivors
(05/07/2008)
A recent study conducted by the American Cancer Society reports that although few cancer survivors follow recommendations for lifestyle changes aimed to improve health and well-being, adhering to these guidelines may improve quality of life among colon cancer survivors. Full details of the study were recently published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
March Is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month
(04/03/2008)
As the month of March brings colon cancer into focus, it’s a great time to increase public understanding of the disease, including its prevalence, approaches to screening and prevention, treatment options, and resources that offer updated colorectal cancer information throughout the year.
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Stage IV (D)/Relapsed
A-Type Lamins Associated with Aggressive Colorectal Cancer
(08/27/2008)
Proteins called A-type lamins appear to indicate the presence of aggressive disease in patients with colorectal cancer. A-type lamins may also play a role in determining treatment options among these patients. These results were recently published in the journal PLoS ONE.
Early Skin Treatment Reduces Skin Reactions in Colorectal Cancer Patients Treated with Vectibix®
(08/22/2008)
Among patients with colorectal cancer, skin treatment beginning on the day prior to therapy with Vectibix® (panitumumab) significantly reduces skin side effects associated with Vectibix compared with skin treatment after side effects occur. These results were presented at the 10th World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer held in Spain in June 2008.
ASCO 2008: The Evolving Role of EGFR Inhibitors in Colorectal Cancer
(07/31/2008)
Results from the 2008 annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), held May 30–June 2 in Chicago, Illinois, revealed significant steps towards the improvement of outcomes for patients with varying types of cancers. As seen during the past few years, attention has turned towards individualizing patient care through targeted therapies, optimizing patient selection for specific therapies, as well as a focus on quality of life and survivorship issues.
Radiofrequency Ablation Effective for Primary Lung Tumors and Lung Metastases from Colon Cancer
(07/31/2008)
The use of radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of lung cancer and lung metastases from breast, colon, and prostate cancers and melanoma is effective and safe for some patients. These results were recently published in the Lancet Oncology.
Colon Cancer Outcomes Differ Between Men and Women
(05/23/2008)
Variations within the gene responsible for epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFR) may be predictive of differing outcomes between male and female patients diagnosed with metastatic colon cancer. Details of the study have recently been published in the Cancer Research.
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