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World J Gastrointest Oncol. Sep 15, 2024; 16(9): 3741-3746
Published online Sep 15, 2024. doi: 10.4251/wjgo.v16.i9.3741
Who should be screened for colorectal cancer and how can it be prevented more effectively?
You-Xiang Wang, Kai-Juan Wang
You-Xiang Wang, College of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, Henan Province, China
Kai-Juan Wang, College of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Tumor Epidemiology of Henan Province, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, Henan Province, China
Author contributions: Wang YX designed the overall concept and outline of the manuscript; Wang KJ contributed to the discussion and design of the manuscript; Wang YX and Wang KJ contributed to the writing and editing the manuscript, illustrations, and review of the literature.
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Corresponding author: Kai-Juan Wang, MD, PhD, Professor, College of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Tumor Epidemiology of Henan Province, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, No. 100 Kexue Avenue, Zhengzhou 450001, Henan Province, China. kjwang@163.com
Received: March 9, 2024
Revised: May 7, 2024
Accepted: May 28, 2024
Published online: September 15, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Most colorectal cancer (CRC) patients are identified outside standard screening protocols, and CRC is frequently diagnosed at an advanced stage through clinical methods. The effectiveness of screening initiatives is limited by factors such as recognizing the importance of screening, screening methodologies and their frequency, economic development, and the scope of coverage. Thus, the implementation of primary prevention strategies, which include enhancing awareness of CRC and controlling exposure to its risk factors, is the most effective approach for the prevention of CRC.