Colorectal Cancer

The combination of Opdivo and Yervoy is supported by updated results as a standard of care for MSI-H or dMMR metastatic colorectal cancer.

Synchronous metastases did not affect survival in resected BRAF V600E-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer.

Dr. Scott Kopetz discusses the BREAKWATER trial investigating Braftovi and Erbitux plus chemo in those with BRAF V600E+ metastatic colorectal cancer.

Aspirin use in patients with PI3K-mutated colorectal cancer helped to reduce disease recurrence, highlighting the importance of upfront genomic testing.

Adults with primary primary appendiceal adenocarcinoma face a higher risk of developing a second primary cancer, including colorectal and prostate cancers.

Dr. Christopher Flowers discusses MRD testing in cancer care, why this is an important concept to understand and how it relates to recurrence in patients.

Dr. Balazs Halmos discusses the significance of the approval of subcutaneous Opdivo and what this treatment formulation means for those with solid tumors.

As someone who has overcome colorectal cancer, I reflect on the support I received from others and vow to continue their legacy of advocacy.

The FDA has approved Lumakras with Vectibix for adults with KRAS G12C-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer who received chemotherapy.

Receiving a diagnosis of colon cancer at age 34 was such a shocking experience, but it has helped me become more strong-willed.

Even after a personal connection to cancer, oncology nurse Megan has embraced the cancer space as her passion.

Opdivo Qvantig received FDA approval for all previously approved indications in solid tumors.

Jemperli received breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA for locally advanced mismatch repair deficient/microsatellite instability-high rectal cancer.

Braftovi received accelerated approval with Erbitux and mFOLFOX6 for metastatic colorectal cancer with a BRAF V600E mutation.

MRIs were able to predict organ preservation and survival with the “watch-and-wait” approach in patients with rectal cancer.

When my grandmother passed away one Thanksgiving after my colon cancer diagnosis, I realized how grateful I am for her life and my own as a survivor.

The FDA approved several drugs throughout November for the treatment of diseases including leukemia and biliary tract cancer, in addition to a diagnostic for solid cancers.

With stage 4 colon cancer, I still think about death, but I’ve learned how to live in the present to enjoy each day I have.

From the deaths of actor Paul Teal and Chicago Bulls player Bob Love to a contestant on “Jeopardy!” revealing his colon cancer diagnosis, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.

With Thanksgiving coming soon, I find that November is the perfect time to reflect and gather feelings of gratitude as a cancer survivor.

RNA from the COVID-19 infection in patients with certain metastatic cancers may be associated with tumor shrinkage, but more research is necessary.

When I was diagnosed with colon cancer, I had a hard time deciding what my legacy should be, but once I realized what it was, I had to keep working hard for it.

An expert explains how attitudes towards lymphedema risk have evolved over the years.

Ponsegromab helped patients with cachexia and elevated GDF-15 levels gain weight, increase activity and improve cachexia symptoms, with manageable safety.

MI Cancer Seek has received approval from the FDA as a companion diagnostic test to identify those who may benefit from treatment with targeted therapies.