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SynthesisCancer research and treatment2026

Korean Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines for Asymptomatic, Average-Risk Adults: The 2025 Revision.

EunKyo Kang, Jae Myung Cha, Seo Young Kang, Kiheon Lee, Su Young Kim, Younghoon Kim, An Na Seo, Hyo-Jin Kang, Jong Keon Jang, Kwang-Pil Ko and 9 more

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19 authors.

EunKyo Kang *National Cancer Control Institute, National Cancer Center, Goyang, Korea.
Jae Myung Cha *Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Seo Young KangDepartment of Family Medicine, Uijeongbu Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University School of Medicine, Uijeongbu, Korea.
Kiheon LeeDepartment of Family Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, Korea.
Su Young KimDepartment of Gastroenterology, Wonju Severance Christian Hospital, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, Wonju, Korea.
Younghoon KimDepartment of Pathology, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.
An Na SeoDepartment of Pathology, Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea.
Hyo-Jin KangDepartment of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
Jong Keon JangDepartment of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Kwang-Pil KoClinical Preventive Medicine Center, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, Korea.
Aesun ShinDepartment of Preventive Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Dae Kyung SohnCenter for Colorectal Cancer, National Cancer Center, Goyang, Korea.
Youngki HongDepartment of Surgery, National Health Insurance Service Ilsan Hospital, Goyang, Korea.
Eun-Jung ChoDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Hallym University Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Hwaseong, Korea.
Minje HanDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
Soo Young KimDepartment of Family Medicine, Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Hyeon Ji LeeNational Cancer Control Institute, National Cancer Center, Goyang, Korea.
Chang Kyun ChoiNational Cancer Control Institute, National Cancer Center, Goyang, Korea.
Mina SuhNational Cancer Control Institute, National Cancer Center, Goyang, Korea. omnibus@ncc.re.kr.

Funding

National Cancer Center 25102902
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeThis study aimed to develop the 2025 update to the Korean colorectal cancer (CRC) screening guidelines by systematically assessing recent evidence, integrating domestic data, and addressing changes since the 2015 guideline revision, and accordingly, provide an evidence-based standard for clinicians and policymakers. MATERIALS AND

methodsA multidisciplinary committee developed the guidelines using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation methodology. The process involved establishing three key questions focused on efficacy, accuracy, and optimal age and interval for screening. A systematic review of international guidelines and primary literature (327 studies included) was conducted. A utility-based analysis using the Markov model was also performed to determine optimal screening ages and intervals.

resultsThe review identified high-certainty evidence for fecal immunochemical test (FIT) in reducing CRC mortality and moderatecertainty evidence for colonoscopy. Evidence for computed tomography colonography (CTC) and stool DNA testing showed very low certainty. Based on this synthesis and cost-utility analysis, the committee conditionally recommends screening for asymptomatic, average-risk adults aged 45-74 years using either colonoscopy every 10 years or FIT every 1-2 years. CTC and stool DNA testing were not recommended owing to insufficient evidence.

conclusionThe 2025 Korean Guidelines for Colorectal Cancer Screening provide the latest evidence-based recommendations tailored to the domestic context. By conditionally adopting both colonoscopy and FIT for individuals aged 45-74 years, these guidelines aim to optimize public health outcomes and reduce the colorectal cancer burden in South Korea.

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Colorectal NeoplasmsEarly Detection of CancerMass ScreeningPractice Guidelines as TopicAgedColonoscopyHumansMiddle AgedRepublic of KoreaColonoscopyColorectal neoplasmsMass screeningOccult bloodPractice guideline

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PMCPMC13382552

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