GI Oncology
Conference Coverage
Pancreatic cancer screening appears safe, effective for high-risk patients
The study explored a targeted strategy for screening since pancreatic cancer screening is not recommended for the general population.
Conference Coverage
One-third of pancreatic cancer diagnoses missed on scans
The time window for curative surgery is often short, and missing the diagnosis can result in worse clinical outcomes.
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AI tool may improve prediction of colorectal cancer recurrence
The QuantCRC algorithm can identify subsets of patients with colorectal cancer who may not need chemotherapy and who may need more intensive...
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Risk-adapted screening strategy could reduce colonoscopy use
In countries with limited health care resources, risk-adapted screening strategies could be more cost effective and accessible.
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Pandemic-related CRC screening delays affect older adults most
Since previously unscreened 65-year-olds lose the most benefit from delayed colorectal cancer screenings, they should be prioritized when access...
News
Inhibiting adenosine pathways may be key to CRC treatment
New research suggests mechanisms behind how adenosine leads to immunosuppression in the tumor microenvironment.
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After index colonoscopy, what’s the CRC risk in 40- to 49-year-olds vs. 50- to 59-year-olds?
Advanced neoplasia risk is lower in younger patients when no adenoma is detected on index colonoscopy, new research indicates.
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Ultraprocessed foods tied to higher risk for CRC, death from heart disease
Two new studies provide more evidence to support policies that limit ultraprocessed foods and promote consumption of fresh or minimally processed...
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Fine-needle aspiration alternative allows closer look at pancreatic cystic lesions
Through-the-needle microforceps biopsy allow next-generation sequencing to be paired with histology for accurate results.
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Can folic acid halt or reverse progression of gastric precancerous conditions?
A meta-analysis suggests folic acid supplementation has the potential to halt or even reverse progression of gastric precancerous conditions.
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New blood test could reshape early CRC screening
A new assay that identifies a specific combination of microRNA strands may expand colorectal cancer screening to younger ages in the face of...