Advanced Stage Colorectal Cancer in Persons Younger Than 50 Years not Associated With Longer Duration of Symptoms or Time to Diagnosis

摘要

Background & AimsThe incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) is increasing in the United States (US) among adults under the age of 50 years. Studies of young-onset CRC have focused on outcomes and treatment patterns. We examined patient presentation, provider evaluation, and time to diagnosis, which can affect stage and prognosis.