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- Title
Genetic and Epigenetic Marker-Based DNA Test of Stool Is a Promising Approach for Colorectal Cancer Screening.
- Authors
Sung Whan An; Nam Kyu Kim; Hyun Cheol Chung
- Abstract
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common malignancies and leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the world. However, it may be treated effectively by surgical removal of the cancerous tissue if detected at early stages. Conventional tools for screening CRC are either invasive or inaccurate. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a reliable screening tools for CRC to significantly reduce its morbidity. In this regard, a novel DNA markers-based detection in stool is emerging as a promising approach.
- Subjects
GENETIC markers; COLON cancer treatment; MEDICAL screening; FECES examination; CANCER risk factors; DNA synthesis
- Publication
Yonsei Medical Journal, 2009, Vol 50, Issue 3, p331
- ISSN
0513-5796
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3349/ymj.2009.50.3.331