Colorectal Cancer Screening

Autor: Bralin Bean, Daniel Kairys, Ron Mathew, Nergess Taheri, Tyler Provost, Nikerson Geneve
Rok vydání: 2019
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Zdroj: Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice. 46:135-148
ISSN: 0095-4543
DOI: 10.1016/j.pop.2018.11.001
Popis: This article focuses on programmatic and opportunistic colorectal cancer screening. The pathogenesis and risk factors for colon cancer are discussed. Specific screening tests, screening in high-risk groups, and surveillance recommendations are reviewed. Important considerations for office practice, including improving screening implementation and cost issues, are addressed.
Databáze: OpenAIRE