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Review: Pathways of Colorectal Carcinogenesis
Dozens of different somatic mutations have been identified in colorectal tumors, but colorectal cancer appears to develop via one of only a few distinct pathways.
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Review: Lifestyle Factors, Changes in Gut Microbiota Are Linked in Development of Colorectal Cancer
Both diet, lifestyle and the gut microbiome have been implicated in colorectal tumorigenesis. Accumulating evidence suggests these two influences are related and may point the way to better prevention strategies.
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Fiber Intake Has Survival Benefit in Patients Already Diagnosed with Colorectal Cancer
In the first prospective study of the topic, gastroenterologists and epidemiologists at Massachusetts General Hospital found that higher fiber intake after a diagnosis of nonmetastatic colorectal cancer is associated with longer survival.
Colorectal Cancer contributors
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Daniel C. Chung, MD
Clinical Chief, Gastrointestinal Unit, Director, High-Risk GI Cancer Clinic
Recent Article
Review: Pathways of Colorectal Carcinogenesis
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David L. Berger, MD
Colorectal and Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Massachusetts General Hospital Division of General Surgery, Associate Professor of Surgery, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
New Research Further Quantifies Benefits of Preventative Colonoscopy Screening -
Hiroko Kunitake, MD
Colorectal Surgeon, Center for Pelvic Floor Disorders, Massachusetts General Hospital, Assistant Professor of Surgery, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
New Research Further Quantifies Benefits of Preventative Colonoscopy Screening -
Liliana G. Bordeianou, MD, MPH, FACS, FASCRS
Chief, Colorectal Surgery Program, Massachusetts General Hospital, Co-Director, Pelvic Floor Disorders Center, Associate Professor of Surgery, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
Should the Guidelines for Operative Management of Perforated Diverticulitis Be Revised?
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