Colorectal carcinoma: Etiology, diagnosis, and screening |
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Authors: | Marshall S Bedine MD |
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Institution: | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Md., USA. |
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Abstract: | Colorectal carcinoma is a leading cause of death in the United States. Risk factors include genetic predisposition, diet, obesity, and inflammatory bowel disease. Early detection and chemoprevention can lead to a lower death rate. Future developments will include sensitive and specific large-scale screening. |
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