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Oct 2026
The Changing Global Epidemiology of Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer: Incidence Trends, Modifiable Risk Factors, and Future Burden Projections
Early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC), defined as colorectal cancer diagnosed before age 50, has become an increasing global public health concern. Incidence rates have risen among younger adults in many countries, despite stable or declining rates in older populations. This review examines global EOCRC epidemiology, p...
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