Colorectal Cancer: Clinical Practices and Challenges

Dear Colleagues,

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States. A total of 106,970 and 46,050 new cases of colon and rectal cancer were diagnosed in 2023 in the United States, respectively. Colonoscopy is considered the gold standard screening modality for detecting cancer and precursor lesions such as adenomas and serrated lesions. Numerous other modalities are also used for diagnosing colon cancer, including stool-based tests, CT colonography, flexible sigmoidoscopy, etc. Each modality has its own advantages and shortfalls. Once diagnosed, the challenge is to assess the extent and spread of the disease and formulate effective and individualized management strategies. In this context, the aim of this Special Issue is to serve as a platform for addressing the relevant topics in this domain, including, but not limited to, the screening, detection, diagnosis and management of colorectal cancer. Manuscripts relating these topics are welcome, and priority will be given to high-quality original studies, well-conducted systematic reviews and meta-analyses, and comprehensive clinical reviews. In summary, the Special Issue aims to increase the knowledge of the readers and clinicians in managing colorectal cancer in their daily practice.

Dr. Muhammad Aziz
Guest Editor

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• colon cancer
• rectal cancer
• colonoscopy
• diagnosis
• management
• prevention
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