Colorectal cancer rising among youth and often diagnosed late
They publishedColorectal cancer is rising in young people and often found too late
First reportThe Guardian · 6 Oct, 04:01Z
Latest reportScienceDaily · 6 Oct, 13:20Z
Span9 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
A review of 84 patients aged 21 or younger found most colorectal cancers were diagnosed at Stage III or IV.
Why
Symptoms may be overlooked in youth, while delayed diagnosis and aggressive tumors are linked to higher relapse and mortality rates.
Watch
Researchers seek better pediatric-adult care coordination, tailored treatments, and attention to rectal bleeding and weight loss in young patients.
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Summary
- Seven cancer types show rising incidence among under-50s in England.
- Prostate cancer under 50 in England quadrupled since 2001.
- US under-50s saw kidney cancer incidence more than double since 2000.
- Netherlands reported increases in early onset bowel, kidney, liver and cervical cancers.
- Experts link trends to obesity, diet, exercise, and awareness of diagnosis.
Summary
- 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.