Western Perspective on Management of Colorectal T1 Carcinoma
Authors published a review on current endoscopic risk management of early colorectal carcinoma (T1) and Western perspectives on endoscopic and surgical resection methods.
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Keytruda Approved as First-Line Treatment of MSI-H or dMMR Colorectal Cancer
The FDA has approved Keytruda (pembrolizumab; Merck), a programmed death receptor-1 -blocking antibody, as monotherapy for the first-line treatment of patients with unresectable or metastatic microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) or mismatch repair deficient (dMMR) colorectal cancer.
Improved Communication Could Improve Screening of First-Degree Relatives of Patients With CRC, Advanced Colorectal Polyps
People with first-degree relatives who have colorectal cancer (CRC) are at increased risk for the development of colorectal neoplasia and should be screened for the disease early and frequently.
Colorectal Cancer and the Gut Microbiome: What Are the Connections?
The gut microbiome has become one of the most researched topics in gastroenterology. However, it is not yet understood how changes to the gut microbiome affect certain malignancies, particularly colorectal cancer (CRC). Despite improvements in detection and prevention by colonoscopy and other forms of testing, CRC still has a significant effect on patient morbidity and…
Quality of Life Worse for Cancer Patients During COVID-19
Patients with stage III and IV cancer have worse quality of life during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Linked-Color Imaging Increases Adenoma Detection During Colonoscopy
Linked-color imaging outperformed white-light colonoscopy in the detection of colon adenomas, according to cohort study.
Probability of High-Risk Adenoma Reoccurrence Remains Elevated After Negative Scan
Patients with high-risk adenomas (HRAs) detected during colonoscopy should undergo an additional surveillance procedure even if intervening negative results are present,
After Atrial Fibrillation, Oral Anticoagulants Increase Gastrointestinal Cancer Risk
Patients treated with non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) following atrial fibrillation were more likely to develop gastrointestinal bleeding and malignancies.
Aspirin Tied to Lasting Reduction in CRC Risk in Lynch Syndrome
For patients with Lynch syndrome, aspirin is associated with a reduced risk for colorectal cancer during long-term follow-up.
Study Supports Fecal Immunochemical Assays for Colorectal Cancer Risk Assessment
Study data support the use of quantitative fecal immunochemical tests (FITs) for the detection of colorectal cancer (CRC) and advanced adenomas.
Diet, Activity Guideline Updated by American Cancer Society
The guideline includes four recommendations for individuals, the first of which is achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight throughout life and avoiding weight gain in adult life.
Is Prophylactic Clipping Effective in Preventing Post-Polypectomy Bleeding?
Researchers conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate prophylactic clipping in preventing post-polypectomy bleeding and published the results in Gastroenterology.
Colon Adenoma Detection Rates Enhanced with Presence of Second Observer
The involvement of gastroenterology fellows in the administration of colonoscopy procedures may improve adenoma detection rate.
Delays in Cancer Surgery Due to COVID-19 Could Harm Survival
Modest delays in cancer surgery due to the COVID-19 pandemic could have a significant impact on survival.
Significant Drops in Endoscopy Services and Delays in GI Cancer Diagnosis due to COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a substantial decrease in endoscopy services in Hong Kong, which has been led to significant delays in the diagnosis of GI cancers.
Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on North American Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Practices
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of North American gastroenterology institutions have implemented changes to clinical practice.
Incomplete Resection of Colorectal Polyps: Data from a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Colorectal polyps that are 1-20 mm in size are frequently resected incompletely, according to recent study data.
Risk for Colorectal Cancer Relatively Low in Patients with Ulcerative Colitis
The total lifetime risk for colorectal cancer (CRC) in patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) was comparable to that observed in the general population.
Endoscopic Surveillance Safe and Effective, with Low Risk of Colorectal Cancer in Long-term Study
Endoscopic surveillance was safe and effective in a prospective cohort of patients with serrated polyposis syndrome (SPS) and over 10 years of follow-ups.
Higher BMI Associated With Greater Risk of Colorectal Cancer
Higher body mass index (BMI) is associated with increased risk of colorectal cancer, more so for men than for women.
Patients with Hyperplastic Polyps are at Elevated Risk for Metachronous Large Serrated Polyps
Patients with proximal 5 to 9 mm hyperplastic polyps (HPs) are at significantly elevated risk for metachronous large serrated polyps (SPs).
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