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 News stories on colorectal cancer indicate that in 2006, about 150,000 Americans will be diagnosed with this disease. Of that, 55,000 will die, making this form of cancer one of the leading causes of death in the US.
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Fortunately it is also one of the most preventable. If people followed the American Cancer Society’s testing recommendations for colorectal cancer, the death toll could be cut in half. In its early stages, colorectal cancer often has no symptoms. Testing is especially important for people 50 and older, because they account for more than 90 percent of colorectal cancer cases. Early stage detection of colorectal tumors means a 90 percent survival rate, making colorectal cancer screening a necessity for those over 50 or those over 40 with a family history of the disease. Unfortunately, continued low screening rates mean that less than 40 percent of colorectal cancers are diagnosed at an early stage.
Below and to the right are pre-searched, direct links to information on colorectal screening, including videos and animations. If you or someone you know should be screened for colon cancer, why not make that appointment today?
Colon Cancer Screening Links
General information on the different methods of colon cancer screening, including explanations and diagrams.
An overview of different screening and diagnostic procedures for colon cancer, as well as the different “stages” of the condition.
A list of links to colon cancer screening information from national medical associations and government institutions.
A diagram and explanation of a colonoscopy.
General information on colorectal cancer screening.
Detailed guide on colorectal cancer screening.
Colorectal cancer screening and related information.
Colorectal cancer screening guidelines overview.
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Animations
A 3D animation on the two different types of colon screening (Sigmoidoscopy and Colonoscopy).
Video
General information on colon cancer screening; includes a video called “Screening for Colon Cancer: Know the Facts”.
Video on the colonoscopy procedure.
Societies
Colon Cancer Organizations
ColonCancer
Foundation.org
Michael Picco, M.D., is a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Fla. |
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