Colorectal cancer rising among youth and often diagnosed late
They publishedColorectal cancer is rising in young people and often found too late
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Who
What
- Study reviewing 84 patients aged 21 or younger found most with Stage III or IV at diagnosis.
- Only 20% had a first- or second-degree family history of colorectal cancer.
- Researchers warn symptoms like rectal bleeding and weight loss may be overlooked in youth.
- Delayed diagnosis and aggressive tumors linked to higher relapse and mortality rates.
- Authors advocate better pediatric-adult care coordination and tailored treatments.
Where
🇺🇸 United States (outlet HQ)
topics: Health, Education, Environment · language: eng
topics: Health, Education, Environment · language: eng
When
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