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Noninvasive Colorectal Cancer Prevention Options in Older Adults
Laura S Chiu1, Audrey H Calderwood2
1Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA.
Abstract:
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and its incidence increases with age. The proportion of older adults in the United States continues to rise, making CRC prevention a key health priority for our aging population. CRC is a largely preventable disease through screening and polyp surveillance, and noninvasive modalities represent an important option for older adults in whom the burdens and risks of invasive testing are higher compared with younger adults. This review highlights the evidence, risks, and benefits of noninvasive CRC screening and surveillance options in older adults and discusses the challenges of CRC prevention in this cohort.
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