Cancer of the colon and rectum is the third most common cancer in men
and women in the United States. More than 90% of colorectal cancer cases occur in people who are older
than 50.1
Colorectal cancer occurrence rates are highest among
African Americans. Rates are slightly lower among whites, and lowest for Asians, Pacific Islanders, American Indians, Alaskan Natives, and Hispanics.1
Citations
- American Cancer Society (2008). Colorectal Cancer Facts and Figures 2008–2010. Atlanta: American Cancer Society. Available online: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/STT/content/STT_1x_Colorectal_Cancer_Facts__Figures_2008-2010.asp.
| By | Healthwise Staff |
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine |
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| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology |
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| Last Revised | September 30, 2010 |
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Last Revised:
September 30, 2010
American Cancer Society (2008). Colorectal Cancer Facts and Figures 2008–2010. Atlanta: American Cancer Society. Available online: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/STT/content/STT_1x_Colorectal_Cancer_Facts__Figures_2008-2010.asp.