Education and Early Detection are the Best Defense.

Colorectal cancer is cancer of the colon or rectum. It is the second leading cause of all cancer deaths. Colorectal cancer usually strikes men and women over age 50. If the cancer is treated early, the survival rate is higher. However, less than 40 percent of cases are discovered in an early stage.

• Usually colorectal cancer begins as polyps which are small, precancerous growths on the inner wall of the colon or rectum. Polyps can be found and removed during painless, convenient screening procedures.
• Both men and women are at risk of colorectal cancer.
• 93 percent of cases occur in people age 50 and older and risk increases with age.
• Each year, about 150,000 people develop the disease, and about 57,000 people die each year.
• You may be at greater risk if you have a family history of cancer of the colon or rectum.

If you would like to speak to one of our Endoscopy department staff, call 248-937-3475