Colon Cancer Screening
Alternative Names
Screening for colon cancer; Colonoscopy - screening; Sigmoidoscopy - screening; Virtual colonoscopy - screening
Information
Colon cancer screening can detect polyps and early cancers. Such screening can find abnormalities that can be treated before cancer develops or spreads. Regular screenings may decrease deaths and prevent pain caused by colorectal cancer.
TOOLS OR TESTS
Several tools may be used, either alone or together, to screen for colon cancer:
The first method is...
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From Our Experts
New Tests for Colon Cancer Screening Being Researched
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From Our Sources
Sigmoidoscopy may be ineffective for colon cancer screening
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Hispanics Often Lack Access to Colon Cancer Screening
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Colon scan may ID cancer, osteoporosis
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