Gut instinct: a call to study the biology of early-onset colorectal cancer disparities

Nat Rev Cancer. 2021 Jun;21(6):339-340. doi: 10.1038/s41568-021-00356-y.

Abstract

Colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence among individuals age younger than 50 years continues to rise with etiologies unknown. Synchronously, early-onset CRC disparities have grown more pronounced. As translational research across diverse populations has been limited, we advocate for mechanistic studies that address this challenge to mitigate CRC disparities among young adults.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Age of Onset
  • Colorectal Neoplasms / etiology
  • Colorectal Neoplasms / metabolism
  • Colorectal Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Early Detection of Cancer / standards*
  • Genetic Predisposition to Disease*
  • Healthcare Disparities*
  • Humans