Colorectal cancer
Education on Colorectal cancer and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin research from the Mark Egly Foundation, with claims from the patent-pending application clearly labeled as hypothesis.
Research status: Investigational / hypothesis
Research hypothesis, not medical advice
The connections described on this page come from Mark Egly's patent-pending application US20220160847A1 (Appl. No. 17/527,730) and ongoing research. They are not established medical facts. Always work with your physician for diagnosis and treatment.
Research hypothesis. The connection between Colorectal cancer and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin is described in Mark Egly's patent-pending application. This is not established medical fact and is not medical advice. Always talk with your doctor about your own health.
What is Colorectal cancer?
Colorectal cancer is a health condition discussed in Mark Egly's research on Alpha-1 Antitrypsin. Cancer involves abnormal cell growth. Mark Egly's patent-pending application discusses how neutrophil elastase and low circulating AAT may influence tumor development and spread.
What Mark Egly's patent-pending application discusses
The use of neutrophil elastase ("NE") as a diagnostic marker and therapeutic target in colorectal cancers is described by Ho et al.
How this may relate to Alpha-1
Mark Egly's patent-pending application proposes that when the body has too little working Alpha-1 Antitrypsin, or when neutrophils release too much neutrophil elastase, inflammation and tissue damage may worsen. For Colorectal cancer, Mark Egly's patent-pending application suggests that testing for AATD or low circulating AAT could help guide care. This is a research hypothesis, not a proven treatment path for everyone with this condition.
What you can do
If you or a family member lives with Colorectal cancer, consider learning about Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and discussing AAT testing with your healthcare team. The Mark Egly Foundation offers education and community support:
Sources and references
References checked July 26, 2026
- Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (MedlinePlus Genetics (NIH))Research status: Established clinical knowledge
- American Thoracic Society / European Respiratory Society statements on lung disease (locate current AATD guidance) (American Thoracic Society)Research status: Established clinical knowledgeUse the current ATS/ERS AATD statements applicable to your practice.
- Method of Preventing and/or Treating a Plurality of Diseases — patent pending: published U.S. application US20220160847A1 (Appl. No. 17/527,730) (Google Patents)Research status: Investigational / hypothesis
Educational content only. Not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Work with your clinician for personal medical decisions.