Oncology News

All residents of rural areas were more likely to undergo surgery for nonmetastatic colon cancer vs. metropolitan residents, yet only rural Black patients experienced higher odds of postoperative complications and mortality, researchers noted.

The FDA granted accelerated approval to futibatinib for certain patients with cholangiocarcinoma.

A deep learning-based instance segmentation model was highly accurate in simultaneously recognizing eight types of surgical instruments in laparoscopic colorectal surgical videos, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.

The FDA granted 510(k) clearance to Iterative Scopes, in association with Provation, for its computer-aided polyp detection device for adults undergoing colorectal cancer screening, according to a press release.

Consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages appeared associated with increased risk for death from an obesity-related cancer, according to study results published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention.

Sessile serrated polyp detection rate was the only quality metric reduced when trainees participated in colonoscopy, highlighting the importance of careful examination of the right colon when trainees are present, according to new data.

The addition of bevacizumab to trifluridine and tipiracil extended OS among patients with advanced colorectal cancer, according to a topline data announcement.

AI-assisted colonoscopy increased the proportion of patients requiring intensive surveillance by 35% in the United States and 20% in Europe, potentially improving cancer prevention but increasing costs and patient responsibility.

Patients at high risk for gastric cancer should undergo 1-year surveillance endoscopy, regardless of whether they initially underwent intensive index endoscopic examination using white light and narrow-band imaging, according to a study.

The FDA granted priority review to tucatinib in combination with trastuzumab for treatment of certain adults with colorectal cancer.