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Development and Maintenance of a Preclinical Patient Derived Tumor Xenograft Model for the Investigation of Novel Anti-Cancer Therapies
Published on: September 30, 2016
Recent Advances in Basic and Clinical Colorectal Cancer Research
1Department of Gastrointestinal and Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, 1-1-5 Sendagi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8603, Japan.
Cancers
|June 12, 2026
Summary
Colorectal cancer is a major global health concern. Early detection and effective treatments are crucial for improving patient survival rates and reducing mortality worldwide.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Gastroenterology
- Public Health
Background:
- Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a significant global health burden, ranking as the third most frequently diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related mortality.
- The incidence and mortality rates of CRC vary geographically, highlighting the need for targeted prevention and screening strategies.
- Understanding the epidemiology and risk factors associated with CRC is essential for developing effective public health interventions.
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