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Does a family history of cancer increase the risk of occurrence, growth, and recurrence of colorectal adenomas?
Gut - 1 May 2003
Almendingen K, Hofstad B, Vatn M H
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Familial history of colorectal cancer (FHCRC) is a recognised risk factor for sporadic CRC. The relationship to the growth rate of adenomas is largely unknown. Lifestyle related factors, which may also cluster in families, are also recognised risk factors for adenomas and CRC. AIMS: To study the relationships between FHCRC and family history of other cancers (FHOC) among first degree relatives in...
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