Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy Shows Promise in Early Colon Cancer
Immune checkpoint inhibition may even benefit some patients with MMR-proficient tumors.
Colon Cancer
Recurrence-Free and Overall Survival Better in Adult Patients With Colon Cancer
Patients older than 25 years have significantly higher rates of OS and RFS at 3 and 5 years compared with patients younger than 25.
Bariatric Surgery May Be Associated With a Higher Risk for Colon Cancer
Researchers concluded that bariatric surgery is strongly associated with an increased risk for colon cancer, though further research may be needed to establish an association between bariatric surgery and an increased risk for rectal cancer.
Collagenolytic Microbes Associated With a Western Diet May Promote Tumor Formation After Colorectal Surgery
A mechanism was identified through which a Western diet and antibiotic use may be able to promote tumorigenesis by colon cancer cells after curative resection.
Bariatric Surgery May Raise Risk for Colon Cancer Years Later
Risk increased for colon cancer 10 to 14 years after surgery; no increase in risk found for rectal cancer.
Risk for Cancer Incidence, Mortality Increased With Psoriasis
Overall cancer mortality and mortality for liver, esophageal, pancreatic cancer up with severe psoriasis.
Incidence of Early-Onset Colon and Rectal Cancers Highest in Southern US States but Rising Fastest in Western US States
The incidence of early onset colorectal cancer per 100,000 people increased from 6.7 during 1995-1996 to 11.5 during 2014-2015 for residents of the state of WA.
Adherence to Topical Management of Hand-Foot Skin Reaction Poor Among Patients Treated With Regorafenib
Researchers sought to measure adherence to topical management regimens among patients with HFSR due to treatment with regorafenib.
Patient Reports Indicate Discussions on Symptom Management Are Insufficient
Researchers surveyed patients on pain, fatigue, and distress due to their diagnosis, as well as their perception of management of these symptoms.
Number of Colorectal Cancer Deaths Projected to Rise Worldwide
Researchers found that mortality rates for colon cancer are predicted to continue decreasing in the majority of included countries from Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania, but not Latin America or the Caribbean.
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