Changes in gene p16 create a permissive microenvironment for colon cancer growth
The researchers also developed a strategy that reduced tumor growth and improved survival in tumor-bearing mice.
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Colorectal Cancer
Baylor surgeons aim to improve colorectal cancer care through research
Colorectal surgeons at Baylor College of Medicine are leading several ongoing, cutting-edge research projects that aim to enhance patient care. Not only does Baylor provide
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Which colorectal cancer screening is right for me?
“We know that screening is effective,” says Dr. Yesenia Rojas-Khalil, a colorectal surgeon at Baylor College of Medicine.
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Screenings are the key to preventing colorectal cancer
Dr. Yesenia Rojas-Khalil shares insights about colorectal cancer symptoms, treatments and the life-saving importance of screening.
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Get screened for colon cancer for prevention, early diagnosis
Dr. Waqar Qureshi, gastroenterologist at Baylor College of Medicine, answers common questions about colon cancer and preventative screening.
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Living with, through and beyond colorectal cancer
I came to Baylor College of Medicine in 2005 and worked diligently in a cancer research lab, a job I was passionate about. However, it
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Do patients really need opioid painkillers after colorectal surgery?
Although the opioid epidemic in the United States is currently overshadowed by the urgency of the COVID-19 pandemic, the danger of highly addictive opioid medications
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Top 5 most viewed posts of 2019
In 2019, From the Labs covered a large variety of topics currently being investigated at the College, including hot areas of research and of high
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Your microbiome is what you eat
When you eat, you also feed your microbiome and influence the structure of the microbial community in the gut. Understanding how all this is connected
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Colon and rectal cancers: Know your treatment options
The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that more than 44,000 Americans will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2019. However, even though they are often
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