NewsRx

Search our medical news database

Colon Cancer

Data on colon cancer detailed by researchers at Central Hospital, Department of Gastroenterology

Published in Gastroenterology Week, August 16th, 2010

Fresh data on colon cancer are presented in the report 'Local recurrence and surveillance after endoscopic resection of large colorectal tumors.' According to recent research published in the journal Digestive Endoscopy, "Local recurrence rates after endoscopic piecemeal mucosal resection (EPMR) typically range from 10 to 23%. In our previous study, the local recurrence rate after a piecemeal resection was significantly higher than that after an en bloc resection, irrespective of tumor size or macroscopic features."

"To reduce local recurrence after an EPMR, it is important to carefully note the circumferences of the edge and base of the ulcer. Recently,...

Want to see the full article?

We're a pay-per-view site for premium content. If you'd like to purchase this article, it's only $3.00.

Buy Now


Welcome to NewsRx!

Learn more about a six-week, no-risk free trial of Gastroenterology Week


NewsRx is Social

Follow us on your favorite social network by clicking on a button below:

Follow NewsRx on Twitter

NewsRx on Facebook

Awards

eHealthcare Leadership 2011 Winner
Best Health/Healthcare Content, 2012
Best Health/Healthcare Content, 2011
Best e-Business Site, 2010
Best e-Business Site, 2009
Best e-Business Site, 2008
Best e-Business Site, 2007
Best e-Business Site, 2006
Best Healthcare Content, 2005
Best Overall Internet Site, 2005
Best Interactive Site, 2005

Facts & Stats

NewsRx also is available at LexisNexis, Gale, ProQuest, Factiva, Dialog, Thomson Reuters, NewsEdge, and Dow Jones.

  • Google 2010 PageRank: #2 Among Top Health News and Media Publications
  • Google 2010 PageRank: #2 Among Top Science Publications in Biology/Physiology
  • Google 2010 PageRank: #2 Among Top News and Media for the Business of Pharmaceuticals
  • Amazon's Alexa 2010 PageRank: #2 News and Media Site for the Pharmaceutical Industry
NewsRx on Facebook