Colorectal Cancers: New Approach to Their Pathology, Diagnosis and Therapy
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Pathology, Diagnostics, and Therapeutics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2026 | Viewed by 1814
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Interests: colorectal cancers; thymoma; pulmonary medicine; malignant pleural effusion; video-assisted thoracic surgery; mesothelioma; transthoracic biopsy; bronchoscopy; cancer malnutrition; dietary intervention
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Dear Colleagues,
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most prevalent cancer in Poland, with its incidence increasing. Its progression typically spans several years, and its early warning signs encompass rectal bleeding, changes in bowel habits, and abdominal pain. Numerous risk factors for CRC can be mitigated through lifestyle modifications, and regular fecal occult blood tests and decennial colonoscopies have been shown to effectively reduce the incidence and mortality rates of CRC. In addition, advances in surgical techniques and the introduction of novel oncological drugs have enhanced the quality of life of patients and boosted their survival rates. Thorough preoperative preparations are crucial for minimizing complications and optimizing surgical outcomes. CRC patients are also at a higher risk of developing anxiety and depression.
This Special Issue welcomes original research papers, authoritative and up-to-date reviews, and commentaries on the following topics:
- Novel drugs and surgical techniques for therapy against colorectal disease.
- Molecular mechanisms of anti-colorectal cancer or cancer-preventive drugs.
- In vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies related to colorectal cancer.
- The usage of surgical methods in conjunction with chemotherapeutic drugs.
- Challenges and innovative approaches to anti-colorectal cancer drug development.
- Novel strategies for colorectal cancer prevention and intervention.
- The production of anti-colorectal cancer agents using biotechnology.
- Pharmacokinetic and pharmacogenomic studies on anti-colorectal cancer drugs.
Dr. Mariusz Chabowski
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- occult blood test
- colorectal cancer
- colonoscopy
- rectal bleeding
- abdominal pain
- hemicolectomy
- novel oncological drugs
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