Gastroenterology Studies

Anticancer efficacy of hirsuteine against colorectal cancer by opposite modulation of wild-type and mutant p53.

This study investigates the potential of hirsuteine, an indole alkaloid found in a traditional Chinese herbal medicine called Uncaria rhynchophylla, as an anticancer agent for colorectal cancer (CRC). The researchers aim to understand how HST works against CRC and its underlying mechanism. This research is important as it may provide insight into new treatment options for CRC, a common and potentially deadly cancer.

Zhang Y et al (2023).
Discov Oncol.
PubMed:
37256374

Network meta-analysis of 8 types of traditional Chinese medicine injection combined with chemotherapy in colorectal cancer treatment.

Researchers compared 8 traditional Chinese medicine injections with chemotherapy for treating colorectal cancer, using network meta-analysis to find the best approach and enhance outcomes.

Gao W and Zhang K (2023).
J Cancer Res Clin Oncol.
PubMed:
37246189