Examining Key Aspects of Colorectal Cancer Screening: A Path to Preventing Late-Stage Cancer - Episode 1
Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screening and Guidelines
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Vivek Kaul, MD, discusses how colorectal cancer screening is essential for early detection and prevention of late-stage disease, including the current US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) guidelines on when to initiate screening and the recommended intervals that vary by screening method.
- Why is colorectal cancer screening important? What are the current USPSTF guidelines on when to start screening for colorectal cancer?
- How often should colorectal cancer screening be conducted, and does this interval change based on the screening method used?
