New trend in colorectal cancer in Germany: are young patients at increased risk for advanced colorectal cancer?

Authors :: Stefan Jansen
Peter C. Ambe
Hubert Zirngibl
Source :: World Journal of Surgical Oncology
Publication Year :: 2017
Publisher :: Springer Science and Business Media LLC, 2017.
Abstract: Background The role of colonoscopy in the screening of colorectal cancer (CRC) has been unequivocally established. In Germany, screening colonoscopy with full insurance reimbursement is available for individuals aged 55 and above, and/or for persons with well-known risk factors for CRC. However, advanced CRC is not uncommon in individuals below 55 years. This study was designed to investigate the incidence of advanced CRC in patients

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