Colorectal cancer is a common cancer globally; its increased incidence over the past 60 years is associated with red meat consumption, smoking, alcohol intake and an ageing population. Here, Kuipers et al. describe the biology and treatment of colorectal cancers, and discuss the impact that screening will have on outcomes.
- Ernst J. Kuipers
- William M. Grady
- Toshiaki Watanabe
