Colorectal Cancer: From Pathogenesis to Precision Medicine [Paperback]

This text examines the contribution of genetic researches to clinical practice in colorectal cancer. It delves into the underlying molecular mechanisms and the genetic and environmental factors contributing to colorectal cancer, as well as into advances in personalized therapies, targeted interventions, and biomarker-based approaches.

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List of contributors

1. Introduction To Colorectal Cancer. 2. Epidemiology And Risk Factors of Colorectal Cancer. 3. Molecular Pathogenesis of Colorectal Cancer. 4. Genetic Mutations and Inherited Syndromes. 5. Screening And Early Detection Strategies. 6. Diagnostic Techniques and Imaging Modalities. 7. Adjuvants and Neoadjuvant Therapies in the Treatment of Colorectal Cancer. 8. Targeted therapies in Colorectal cancer. 9. Immunotherapy and Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors. 10. Personalized Medicine and Precision Oncology in Colorectal Cancer. 11. Biomarkers for diagnosis, prognosis and treatment response. 12. Survivorship and Supportive Care. 13. Colorectal Cancer in distinct demographics: Addressing the challenges in young adults and the elderly. 14. Future Perspective and Emerging Therapies.

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This concise text examines the contribution of genetic research to clinical practice in colorectal cancer. It delves into the underlying molecular mechanisms and the genetic and environmental factors contributing to colorectal cancer, as well as into advances in personalized therapies, targeted interventions, and biomarker-based approaches. By providing a comprehensive overview of the subject, the bl5