Impact of Age and Insurance Status on Colorectal Cancer Presentation
The incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) in young patients has been increasing, and these patients typically present at a later stage. The impact of health insurance status on stage at presentation in patients with CRC is well established. However, its role in different age groups has not been thoroughly evaluated.
Source: Journal of the American College of Surgeons - Category: Surgery Authors: Florencia P. Zigante, Gerald Ogola, Alessandro P. Fichera, Sarah B. Stringfield Tags: Colon and Rectal Surgery Source Type: research
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