Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death for both men and women in the U.S. and the second leading cancer death cause worldwide. But there’s good news: It’s also one of the most ...

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Detailed results from a Phase 2B study of the lead formulation of a novel colonoscopy prep (ECP) being developed by ColonaryConcepts, LLC show the ...

If you have Crohn’s disease, you’re probably more familiar than you’d like to be with colonoscopies, an exam that’s used to check the colon and rectum for polyps and other abnormal tissues. (Chances ...

Kevin Cunningham's grandfather died at age 43 from colorectal cancer. Cunningham's mother was just 3. Because of this family history, Cunningham, now 40, had his first colonoscopy at 30. His ...

Preparing for a colonoscopy isnt anyones favorite task, but its important to empty your colon sufficiently so your doctor can see what's inside very clearly. While it can be unpleasant to take a ...

The low-volume bowel preparation MoviPrep provided a noninferior alternative to the standard high-volume GoLYTELY in a cohort of hospitalized patients undergoing colonoscopy, a randomized trial showed ...

FDA has announced it has approved a new colon-cleansing drug for colonoscopy prep, according to a news release. Prepopik (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide and citric acid), which is manufactured by ...

Colonoscopy prep just got a little easier. The FDA recently approved a new prep drink that claims to taste better than any other currently on the market. The new solution is called Suflave, and it ...

Early detection can significantly reduce deaths from colorectal cancer. More good news: Our reporter figured out how to prep for his screening without spending $85 on a laxative. By Brian Vines One ...

Many patients are still paying out of pocket for colonoscopy bowel prep despite a federal law stating it should be covered by insurance, according to a study led by Eric Shah, MD, at Ann Arbor-based ...