A study conducted by a team from the Vanderbilt University Medical Center focused on individuals who had previously presented ...

According to the MD Anderson Cancer Centre, bowel cancer, known as colon or colorectal cancer, may not show any symptoms in ...

Frequent colorectal polyp diagnoses in first- and second-degree relatives are associated with an increased risk for colorectal cancer (CRC), especially early-onset CRC. Researchers evaluated the ...

Gastroenterologist Dr Wendi LeBrett highlights 14 food items that one should avoid to reduce risk of colon polyps, the ...

For the majority of patients with large or difficult to remove colorectal polyps (growths in the colon), the incidence of cancer is actually lower than previously thought, and using more advanced ...

New research suggests that biological age — a measure of the body’s physiological state — could predict who is at higher risk for developing colon polyps, a key risk factor for colorectal cancer. For ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m due for my first colonoscopy, and I understand that the physician will be looking for polyps. What are they? Should I be worried if they find some? ANSWER: Good for you for ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month and new technology is now making it easier for doctors to help prevent colon cancer. If you're scheduled to get a colonoscopy soon, you may ...

Cold endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) showed a superior safety profile over traditional hot EMR for large nonpedunculated colorectal polyps measuring ≥ 20 mm, with significantly lower risks of ...

It’s called the “silent surge” — men in their 30s being diagnosed with colon cancer. 7Investigates why their symptoms are often misdiagnosed. Here’s<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More ...

Huntsman Cancer Institute recommends all individuals start regular colorectal cancer screenings at age 45. Colorectal cancer screenings help detect colon and rectal cancer early when it is easier to ...