The contribution of a negative colorectal screening test result to symptom appraisal and help ‐seeking behaviour among patients subsequently diagnosed with an interval colorectal cancer

ConclusionScreening participants need to be informed of the limitations of screening and the ongoing risk of developing colorectal cancer even when in receipt of a negative result: the importance of minimizing delay in seeking medical advice for colorectal symptoms should be emphasized.

Source: Health Expectations - February 1, 2018 Category: Health Management Authors: Karen N Barnett, David Weller, Steve Smith, Robert JC Steele, Peter Vedsted, Sheina Orbell, Sue M Moss, Jane W Melia, Julietta Patnick, Christine Campbell Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH PAPER Source Type: research