The gut microbiome and colorectal cancer: a review of bacterial pathogenesis.
Publication/Presentation Date
8-1-2018
Abstract
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common newly diagnosed cancer in both men and women in the Unites States. Colonoscopy has become increasingly popular in CRC screening and represents the gold standard for detecting and removing pre-cancerous lesions. Although colonoscopy is considered a relatively safe procedure, it is invasive and bowel preparation can be challenging for patients. As interest in the gut microbiome has expanded, there have been new links established between bacteria and the development of CRC. These developing associations could prove to be a useful adjunct to colonoscopy for CRC screening in the future. This review examines current research evaluating multiple proposed pathogenic microorganisms including sulfidogenic bacteria such as
Volume
9
Issue
4
First Page
769
Last Page
777
ISSN
2078-6891
Published In/Presented At
Dahmus, J. D., Kotler, D. L., Kastenberg, D. M., & Kistler, C. A. (2018). The gut microbiome and colorectal cancer: a review of bacterial pathogenesis. Journal of gastrointestinal oncology, 9(4), 769–777. https://doi.org/10.21037/jgo.2018.04.07
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
30151274
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article