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ArticleWorld journal of clinical oncology2024

Barriers in early detection of colorectal cancer and exploring potential solutions.

Maryam Aleissa, Ernesto Raul Drelichman, Vijay K Mittal, Jasneet Singh Bhullar

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Article in World journal of clinical oncology, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers.

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4 authors.

Maryam AleissaDepartment of Surgery, Ascension Providence Hospital, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Southfield, MI 48075, United States.
Ernesto Raul DrelichmanDepartment of Surgery, Ascension Providence Hospital, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Southfield, MI 48075, United States.
Vijay K MittalDepartment of Surgery, Ascension Providence Hospital, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Southfield, MI 48075, United States.
Jasneet Singh BhullarDepartment of Surgery, Ascension Providence Hospital, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Southfield, MI 48075, United States.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This editorial discusses the literature review article by Tonini and Zanni, the paper was published in January 2024, and the authors provided very interesting conclusions regarding existing barriers to the early diagnosis of colon cancer. Many cancers do not have identifiable precursors, or there are currently no screening tests to find them. Therefore, these cancers do not have preventive screening options. Early detection is crucial for reducing mortality rates by identifying cancer at an earlier stage through screening, as opposed to no screening. Colorectal cancer develops from precancerous lesions, which can be detected early and potentially prevented and cured. Early detection leads to improved survival rates, decreased complications, and reduced healthcare expenses. This editorial provides a brief description of the biology of colon cancer, emphasizing the contrast in outcomes between early detection and late detection. We also describe screening programs around the globe and examine the barriers in each program. Finally, we explore potential future solutions to enhance inclusion in screening programs and improve patient compliance.

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Colon cancerEarly detectionRectal cancer

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PMID39071472
PMCPMC11271734

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