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Retinoic acid might have a role in suppressing colorectal cancer

Retinoic Acid May Help Prevent, Treat Colorectal Cancer

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Researchers are studying connection between retinoic acid and inflammation in gut
Colorectal cancer patients who consume higher amounts of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids

Intake of Marine ω-3 PUFAs Tied to Colorectal Cancer Survival

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High intake after CRC diagnosis associated with lower risk of CRC-specific mortality
A considerable proportion of older patients are not up-to-date with colorectal cancer screening and do not receive timely follow-up of abnormal fecal blood tests

Follow-Up of Colorectal CA Screens Lacking in Older Patients

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Likelihood of being up-to-date, receiving timely follow-up lower for patients aged 76 years and older
Detection of circulating tumor DNA after resection of stage II colon cancer may identify patients at increased risk of recurrence

Circulating Tumor DNA May Help Predict Colon CA Recurrence

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Findings in patients after resection of stage II colon cancer
The 12-gene Recurrence Score assay is valid for stage II and III colon cancer without chemotherapy

12-Gene Recurrence Score Valid in Colon Cancer Without Chemo

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After adjustment for disease stage, continuous Recurrence Score linked to recurrence-free interval
Scientists have identified new gene mutations that may be tied to colorectal cancer. The study was published online June 22 in Nature Communications.

Genetic Picture of Colorectal Cancer Clarified

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Researchers say it's likely that all the major genetic mutations have been discovered
Reiterating a recommendation last made in 2008

USPSTF Reaffirms Need for CRC Screen Beginning at Age 50

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U.S. advisory group says there's not enough evidence to endorse one screening method over another
Colorectal cancer patients who take low-dose aspirin may have better survival odds

More Evidence That Low-Dose Aspirin Ups Survival in CRC

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Most benefit seen for those taking the drug before their cancer diagnosis
Although overall colorectal cancer rates are declining

DDW: Incidence of Colorectal Cancer Up in Younger People

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Incidence up 11.4 percent in 10 years among Americans younger than 50
Overweight colorectal cancer patients may have better survival than their normal-weight peers

Overweight Colorectal CA Patients Display Better Survival Odds

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Overweight, but not obese, patients found to be less likely to die