Colorectal Cancer

I always wanted to make a difference, but I never expected my biggest impact to come through cancer.

Favorable initial results from a phase 1/2 trial of solnerstotug in PD-L1–resistant tumors showed a 14% response rate and 62% disease control rate.

Researchers have found childhood cancer survivors are at risk of experiencing onset of aging-related disease 17.7 years sooner than the general population.

Melissa Ursini discussed her experience with a colorectal cancer diagnosis at age 37, highlighting her insights during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Shyam Thakkar discussed rates of this disease in young adults, the role of AI and disparities in care.

Dr. Zachariah H. Foda discusses key colorectal cancer warning signs, the rise in younger diagnoses and more.

After being diagnosed with colon cancer, I learned the life-changing lessons of self-love, stepping out of my comfort zone and embracing positive thinking.

Artificial intelligence aids in polyp detection, enhancing colonoscopy effectiveness and reducing the risk of colorectal cancer progression in patients.

The addition of ctDNA testing to radiographic surveillance resulted in curative surgical intervention for 1.6% of patients with colorectal cancer.

The FDA accepted a supplemental biologics license application for Opdivo plus Yervoy as a first-line treatment for some adult and pediatric patients with colorectal cancer.

Cancer tested my friendships by showing who could stay present through tough conversations, support me emotionally and endure pain together despite the loss.

In patients with residual disease after curative resection of colorectal cancer, Lonsurf showed a numerical improvement in DFS, though not significant.

Patients with BRAF V600E-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer experienced improved responses when treated with Braftovi plus Erbitux and mFOLFOX6.

Dr. Marwan G. Fakih discussed the FDA approval of Lumakras with Vectibix for third-line treatment of KRAS G12C-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer.

Findings presented at the Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium showed the efficacy of Krazati and Erbitux for some patients with unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer.

Palliative care for young adults with colorectal cancer reduced invasive procedures, costs and increased DNR orders.

Dr. Filippo Pietrantonio discusses OrigAMI-1 trial data which assessed Rybrevant in mutated, wild-type, non-HER2-amplified metastatic colorectal cancer.

Here is a select list of cancer therapies approved by the FDA throughout the month of January, featuring patient populations like AML, MDS and breast 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.

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.