Advances in treatment

There have been countless breakthroughs in how colorectal cancer is diagnosed and treated thanks to the efforts of clinical researchers and the patients who volunteer for study participation. Given the importance of early detection, there continues to be high interest in developing non-invasive screening options such as blood tests capable of diagnosing the disease. New and less toxic targeted therapies, effective combinations of drugs, and immunotherapy approaches are now routinely available in the fight against this form of cancer. There are even trials looking at drug cocktails that may be able to delay or avoid surgery. 

You can get involved

Clinical research offers opportunities for individuals with, or at risk for, colorectal cancer to participate in the evaluation of biomarker-based treatment approaches, side effect management, diagnostic tools, and surgical techniques. You can search for trials on this site to see what may be available near where you live. New studies are added all the time so sign-up to be notified when an opportunity arises that may fit your needs.