Researchers show that genetic analysis of colorectal polyps can uncover cancer predisposition missed by blood-based testing.

In about 5–10% of colorectal cancer patients, hereditary factors play a role, with higher percentages among younger patients.

Table 1 provides information about patient (n = 82641) and polyp characteristics stratified by the size of the largest detected polyp. The mean age of all patients was 60.9 ± 9.2 years of age. Forty ...

In about 5–10% of colorectal cancer patients, hereditary factors play a role, with higher percentages among younger patients.

Women who eat more ultra-processed foods on a daily basis have a greater risk of developing colorectal polyps before age 50 when compared with women who consume far less of the processed foods, a new ...