Horton Murphy

Current Research in Colorectal Cancer Horton Murphy

The cancer which affects the colon or the rectum is termed as colorectal cancer. The current research on this disease is focused on a variety of aspects. These are reducing the risk, early detection, diagnosis and treatment. Research on reducing the risk of developing colorectal cancer focuses on finding out if particular diets and medications can reduce the risk of this type of cancer. Early detection can be facilitated through new types of screening tests. The research on the diagnosis of colorectal cancer deals with defining colorectal cancer sub-types. The study of liquid biopsies for the diagnosis and treatment is also being undertaken. This book provides comprehensive insights into the research on colorectal cancer. The readers would gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective about this disease. This book will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and post graduate students.