Coexistence of Intestinal Spirochetosis and Colorectal Cancer: Could the Coil be Carcinogenic?

Intestinal spirochetosis (IS) is an infectious gastrointestinal disease caused by bacteria. We detail an exceedingly rare case of IS with concomitant invasive colorectal adenocarcinoma (CRC) in a 58-year-old man presenting with abdominal discomfort and fever. Colonoscopic evaluation revealed abnormal-appearing, nodular cecal mucosa and a 35 mm rectosigmoid mass.

Sulforaphane: A Broccoli Bioactive Phytocompound with Cancer Preventive Potential.

There is substantial and promising evidence on the health benefits of consuming broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables. The most important compound in broccoli, glucoraphanin, is metabolized to SFN by the thioglucosidase enzyme myrosinase. SFN is the major mediator of the health benefits that have been recognized for broccoli consumption.