A new study has linked certain types of gut bacteria to the development of precancerous colon polyps. A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham has linked certain types of gut bacteria to ...

Downers Grove, Ill, April 13, 2016 --Being on the lookout for certain features of polyps may help physicians keep a closer eye on patients at risk for colorectal cancer. Starting at age 50, or earlier ...

Q: I had a polyp removed at my last colonoscopy. Does this mean I will get colon cancer? A: Colon polyps are abnormal growths that develop in the lining of the colon (large intestine). They are ...

As artificial intelligence becomes more common in gastroenterology, industry leaders are hopeful about its potential for polyp detection during colonoscopies. Salt Lake City-based Intermountain Health ...

Colon cancer is one of the most common variants of the disease. Dr Sethi shares signs to help detect and diagnose the ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Earlier this month, a study that examined the effectiveness of colonoscopy screenings was published. The European lead project found that colonoscopies were not as effective as ...

Both Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy are linked to a modest but meaningful decrease in the occurrence of colon polyps and CRC. Bariatric surgery, specifically Roux-en-Y gastric bypass ...

Most people with colon cancer begin treatment by having surgery to remove their cancer. If colon cancer has spread beyond your colon, you might have chemotherapy first. This can help treat cancer ...