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Multimodal colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, combining visual and stool-based tests, offers cost-effective early detection. Policies like colonoscopy at 50 and annual fecal tests are efficient for improving patient survival.

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  • Oncology
  • Health Economics
  • Biostatistics

Background:

  • Early detection of colorectal cancer (CRC) through screening significantly improves patient survival rates.
  • Multimodal screening policies offer diverse options, balancing risks and benefits for patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the cost-effectiveness of various multimodal colorectal cancer screening policies.
  • To compare the performance of proposed policies against current screening practices.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a Monte Carlo simulation framework to model CRC dynamics.
  • Utilized machine learning for an innovative calibration process to estimate polyp progression and regression rates.
  • Analyzed over 44,000 colonoscopy reports and existing literature data.

Main Results:

  • Identified two efficient multimodal policies: colonoscopy at 50 with annual fecal occult blood tests (60-75) or fecal immunochemical tests (70-75).
  • Both policies proved cost-effective at a $50,000 willingness to pay.
  • Policies demonstrated robustness to screening test cost variations but were more sensitive to adherence behavior.

Conclusions:

  • Combining stool-based and visual screening tests benefits patients with higher life expectancy and lower costs compared to unimodal policies.
  • Recommends colonoscopy at younger ages and stool-based tests at older ages for effective CRC screening.