CRC Treatment

Treatment Options for Liver Metastases in Colorectal Cancer: Guidelines Summary

Liver metastases represent a significant challenge in colorectal cancer (CRC) management, affecting approximately 20% of patients at initial diagnosis (synchronous) and up to 60% during disease progression (metachronous). This report synthesizes current treatment recommendations from major oncology organizations including ASCO, NCCN, and ESMO, highlighting evidence-based approaches based on disease presentation and therapeutic goals.

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Bevacizumab: The Angiogenesis Inhibitor Redefining Cancer Care

Bevacizumab (Avastin) has transformed cancer treatment since its approval in 2004, offering new hope to patients with advanced cancers. This targeted therapy works by inhibiting vascular endothelial growth factor-A (VEGF-A), a key protein that fuels tumor growth by promoting new blood vessel formation. By blocking VEGF-A, bevacizumab cuts off a tumor’s blood supply, slowing its

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Preventing Colorectal Cancer Recurrence: Latest Findings on Low-Dose Aspirin Therapy

Recent breakthrough research has revealed promising news for colorectal cancer survivors with specific genetic mutations, suggesting that a simple daily aspirin could significantly reduce cancer recurrence. This development represents a potential paradigm shift in post-treatment care for a substantial subset of colorectal cancer patients, offering an inexpensive and accessible intervention with remarkable efficacy. Understanding Aspirin’s

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Honest patient reviews of FOLFOX side effects, and how to cope

Facing FOLFOX treatment can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. In this post, real patients and healthcare professionals share honest accounts of common side effects—from neuropathy and cold sensitivity to digestive issues and “chemo brain”—along with practical strategies to cope. Learn how others manage discomfort through simple lifestyle adjustments, clinical insights, and emotional support tools. Whether you’re just starting FOLFOX or helping a loved one navigate treatment, these firsthand experiences and expert tips offer encouragement and guidance every step of the way.

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Histotripsy: New Approach for liver metastatic colorectal cancer

Histotripsy is a breakthrough, non-invasive technology that uses focused ultrasound to mechanically destroy tumor cells, offering new hope to patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC)—particularly for those whose liver metastases are challenging to treat with conventional therapies. Unlike heat-based approaches like radiofrequency ablation (RFA), histotripsy spares healthy tissues and critical structures (like major blood vessels), reducing potential side effects and often allowing for quicker recovery.

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