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Differences in Pathology and Mutation Status Among Colorectal Cancer Patients Younger Than, Older Than, and of Screening Age.
Clinical colorectal cancer - 1 Dec 2020
Pereira Allan A Lima, Fernandes Gustavo Dos Santos, Braga Gabriella T P, Marchetti Katia Regina, Mascarenhas Cintia do Couto, Gumz Brenda, Crosara Marcela, Dib Luiza, Girardi Daniel, Barrichello Adriana, Seidler Heinrich
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Screening protocols for colorectal cancer are broadly recommended and effective in reducing mortality. However, populations from different age groups can harbor distinct pathologic and molecular profiles that can also be influenced by screening and polyp resection, especially in older ages. PATIENTS AND METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed tumors from stage IV colorectal cancer patients from a central...
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