Baylor Health, Eureka Form Alliance for Colorectal Cancer Research

Baylor Research Institute, the research arm of Baylor Health Care System, and Eureka Genomics have partnered to study the causes of colorectal cancer for the advancement of the disease’s prevention, management and treatment, according to a news release.

Advertisement

The entities hope to confirm the JC virus’ involvement in colorectal cancer and possibly identify other microbial or genetic factors. Investigators at BRI have previously conducted research that strongly suggests that the JC virus is responsible for initiating some or perhaps most colorectal cancers.

Read the news release about BRI and Eureka Genomics.

Read other coverage about colorectal cancer:

CRC Drug Huge Disappointment to GI Physicians

Adenoma Detection Rate Associated With Risk of CRC

GI Societies Urge Congress to Fund CDC’s Colorectal Cancer Control Program

At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in GI & Endoscopy

  • OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, Ill., has added Tarik Firozi, MD, according to an April 6 report…

  • Miami-based Gastro Health has finalized a partnership with Digestive Disease Physicians, an Alexandria, Va.-based gastroenterology practice, according to an April…

  • Birmingham (Ala.) Gastroenterology has opened a clinic in Jasper, Ala., expanding access to digestive health services in the region, the…

Advertisement

Comments are closed.