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Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is a cancer that affects the large intestine (colon) and rectum. It is one of the most common types of cancer and can be life-threatening if not treated in a timely manner. Its symptoms include rectal bleeding, changes in bowel habits, and abdominal pain or discomfort. Screening tests, such as colo…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 61× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Colorectal cancer is a cancer that affects the large intestine (colon) and rectum. It is one of the most common types of cancer and can be life-threatening if not treated in a timely manner. Its symptoms include rectal bleeding, changes in bowel habits, and abdominal pain or discomfort. Screening tests, such as colonoscopy or fecal immunochemical tests, are used to detect the early stages of colorectal cancer and improve the success rate of treatment. Treatment for colorectal cancer includes surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, depending on the stage and severity of the disease. Making lifestyle changes including getting regular exercise, eating a balanced diet, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 61 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Colorectal Cancer, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Surgery Proceedings.

Journal editorial board
Sathya-Prasad Burjonrappa · United States Luigi Boni · Italy Salvador Morales-Conde · Spain

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