Early detection of colorectal cancer may be possible with newly found biomarkers
10/09/2014
Early detection is key to survival in people who develop colorectal cancer. Now, researchers have identified potential new biomarkers to test for the first signs of the disease.
Weakness idenfified in metabolic pathway that could lead to new lung cancer treatment
10/09/2014
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found an "Achilles heel" in a metabolic pathway crucial to stopping the growth of lung cancer cells.
Neuroscientists use snail research to help explain "chemo brain"
10/09/2014
It is estimated that as many as half of patients taking cancer drugs experience a decrease in mental sharpness. While there have been many theories, what causes "chemo brain" has eluded scientists.
In rat model testosterone found to promote prostate cancer
10/09/2014
A researcher who found that testosterone raised the risk of prostate tumors and exacerbated the effects of carcinogenic chemical exposure in rats is urging caution in prescribing testosterone therapy...
Weakness idenfified in metabolic pathway that could lead to new lung cancer treatment
10/09/2014
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found an "Achilles heel" in a metabolic pathway crucial to stopping the growth of lung cancer cells.
Gastrointestinal stromal tumors a greater risk for newly identified group
10/09/2014
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have, for the first time, clearly defined the epidemiology of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST), which occur primarily...
In breast reconstruction, equation helps assess blood flow to flaps
10/09/2014
Flap viability index can show critical level of blood flow for popular DIEP technique, reports study in PRS Global OpenFor women undergoing breast reconstruction using the advanced "DIEP"...
In rat model testosterone found to promote prostate cancer
10/09/2014
A researcher who found that testosterone raised the risk of prostate tumors and exacerbated the effects of carcinogenic chemical exposure in rats is urging caution in prescribing testosterone therapy...
MicroRNA plays surprising role in cell survival
10/09/2014
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have identified a microRNA molecule as a surprisingly crucial player in managing cell survival and growth.
Diagnosing deadly cancers earlier with 'lab-on-a-chip'
10/08/2014
A lab-on-a-chip that tests for biomarkers in exosomes - small sacs of messages released by cells, including cancer cells - shows promise as a way to diagnose deadly cancers early.