Colorectal Cancer

Dr. Cathy Eng discusses data that led to the FDA approval of Braftovi and Erbitux plus chemo for metastatic colorectal cancer with a BRAF V600E mutation.

Dr. Cathy Eng discusses the importance of the Braftovi plus Erbitux FDA approval for treatment-naive BRAF V600E+ metastatic colorectal cancer.

Here is a recap of every FDA approval announced by the regulatory agency in the month of April, spanning various cancer types.

LUT014, a BRAF inhibitor gel, improved acne-like rashes in patients with colorectal cancer undergoing anti-EGFR therapy, according to UCLA researchers.

The Oncodetect test detects molecular residual disease across solid tumors using circulating tumor DNA to inform recurrence risk and treatment decisions.

The first patient has received TCMCB07 in a phase 2 trial to prevent weight loss in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer undergoing chemotherapy.

KSQ-004EX is being evaluated in solid tumors including melanoma, non-small cell lung, head and neck, colorectal, pancreatic and cervical cancer.

Living with Lynch isn't easy, but it's not all doom and gloom. It's a call to live deliberately.

Alliance advocates for greater awareness during April minority health month.

The FDA has approved Opdivo with Yervoy for patients 12 years old and older with MSI-H or dMMR 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.

Dr. Yufei Liu discusses how updates to precision radiation therapy are reshaping colorectal cancer care.

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

Dr. Andreas M. Kaiser explains how a colostomy may preserve a patient’s health and help to avoid colorectal cancer complications.

Krazati plus Erbitux is well tolerated in KRAS G12C-mutant metastatic colorectal cancer, with manageable side effects and less immune suppression.

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.