Majalah Kedokteran Andalas
Vol. 47 No. 1 (2024): MKA Januari 2024

The Role of Microbiota and Early Detection in Colorectal Cancer Through Fecal Screening

Iqbal, Muhammad (Unknown)



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Publish Date
03 Feb 2024

Abstract

Objective: This literature review explores the link between gut microbiota and colorectal cancer, emphasizing early detection through fecal screening. Method: We conducted a comprehensive literature review, using Google Scholar and PubMed, with key search terms including "Microbiota," "Colorectal cancer," and "Fecal screening." Results: The gut microbiota plays a vital role in colorectal cancer development, involving specific bacterial strains such as Fusobacterium nucleatum, Escherichia coli, Bacteroides fragilis, Streptococcus bovis, Enterococcus faecalis, and Peptostreptococcus anaerobius. These strains contribute to cancer through various mechanisms. Fecal microbiota screening, often employing advanced techniques like next-generation sequencing, shows promise for early detection. Combining fecal microbiota data with other non-invasive screening methods can enhance colorectal cancer detection sensitivity and efficiency. Understanding this microbiota-cancer relationship is pivotal for cancer prevention and early diagnosis. Conclusion: The intricate microbiota- colorectal cancer connection, driven by specific bacterial strains and inflammation, presents opportunities for early detection. Fecal microbiota screening, combined with non-invasive methods, may reduce colorectal cancer mortality, advancing oncology prevention and diagnosis.

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Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

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Majalah Kedokteran Andalas (MKA) (p-ISSN: 0126-2092, e-ISSN: 2442-5230) is a peer-reviewed, open-access national journal published by Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Andalas and is dedicated to publish and disseminate research articles, literature reviews, and case reports, in the field of medicine ...