Colon cancer is a major cause of cancer death in the US. Screening studies can prevent
colon cancer and are recommended for average risk persons beginning at 50 years of age …

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the fourth leading cause of cancer and second leading cause of
mortality from cancer in the United States. As the population ages, decisions regarding the …

It is widely accepted that cancer screening tests should be done in appropriate patient
populations, as the benefits of screening and the resultant cancer prevention and early …

There is general consensus that screening can reduce mortality from colorectal, breast, and
cervical cancer among persons in their 50s and 60s. However, few screening trials have …

Background & Aims: In patients with limited life expectancy, the risks of colorectal cancer
screening may outweigh the benefits. The aim of this study was to quantify risks and benefits …

Purpose of review The purpose of this chapter is to highlight current recommendations
regarding colorectal cancer (CRC) screening and post-polypectomy surveillance …

Introduction Expert recommendations differ for colorectal cancer screening in the elderly.
Recent studies suggest that healthy adults aged> 75 years may benefit from screening. This …

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United
States. Older age is associated with a rise in colorectal cancer and adenomas, necessitating …

BACKGROUND: Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in
the United States, yet recommended screenings are not delivered to most people. This …

Current guidelines endorse colon cancer screening every 5–10 years in persons over 50
years of age. However, there is no consensus regarding what age is appropriate to stop …