Colorectal cancer causes
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: ; Roukoz A. Karam, M.D.[2] Saarah T. Alkhairy, M.D.
Overview
Overview
The cause of colorectal cancer has not been identified. To review risk factors for the development of colorectal cancer, click here.
Colorectal Cancer Causes
Colorectal Cancer Causes
The cause of colorectal cancer has not been identified. However, there are certain risk factors that predisposes to risk of CRC.
To review risk factors for the development of colorectal cancer, click here.
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