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[Prevention of colorectal cancer].
Acta gastroenterologica Latinoamericana - 1 Jan 2005
Gualdrini Ubaldo Alfredo, Sambuelli Alicia, Barugel Mario, Gutiérrez Alejandro, Avila Karina Collia
Abstract excerpt
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer death in Argentina. The cumulative lifetime risk of developing CRC for both men and women is 4-6%. Despite advances in the management of this disease, the 5-year survival rate is about 60% because only 35% of patients are diagnosed when the disease is localized. Risk factors for CRC include age, diet and life style factors, personal or family history...
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