Metastatic colorectal cancer is more advanced in younger patients than in older ones, but they survive longer
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Metastatic colorectal cancer is more advanced in younger patients than in older ones, but they survive longer
Metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) continues to increase among patients 45 and younger. Their longer survival and different disease patterns compared with older patients may warrant closer scrutiny of gastrointestinal symptoms, according to new study findings.
Mariasanchezmonge Oncology American Congress of Surgeons Young patients with metastatic colorectal cancer present advanced disease and receive chemoradiation therapy more often than older patients, according to a study presented at the 2026 American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress, held in Washington from 26 to 29 September. Although the 10-year survival rate in young patients significantly exceeds that of older patients (17.8% versu…
Metastatic Colorectal Cancer is More Advanced in Younger Patients than Older Ones, but They Survive Longer with the Disease, Study Finds
Washington, September 26: Metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) continues to increase in patients aged 45 years or younger, and their longer survival and different disease patterns compared with older patients may warrant more aggressive scrutiny of [...]
Advanced Bowel Cancer Behaves Differently in Younger Adults
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