Molecular mechanism that initiates colon cancer opens new path for prevention

Colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed type of cancer worldwide. Up to 80% of the cases are related to environmental factors and lifestyle, such as poor diet, sedentarism, obesity, smoking or excessive alcohol consumption. Most colorectal cancers arise from adenomatous polyps, a precancerous lesion that may progress to a malignant tumor unless it is detected and removed in time.

This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

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