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- Title
Colorectal cancer screening: Why immunochemical fecal occult blood tests may be the best option.
- Authors
Flitcroft, Kathy L.; Irwig, Les M.; Carter, Stacy M.; Salkeld, Glenn P.; Gillespie, James A.
- Abstract
Background: There are many test options available for colorectal cancer screening. The choice of test relates to the objectives of those offering or considering screening. Discussion: While all screening programs aim to detect disease early in order to improve the length and/or quality of life for the individual, some organizations and individuals prefer screening tests that offer the opportunity for cancer prevention. Others favor maximizing participation or the opportunity for shared decision-making, including discussion of information on test quality and availability. We propose three additional objectives for screening: minimizing harms, optimizing economic efficiency and maximizing equity of access to screening. Summary: Applying these objectives to colorectal cancer screening, we advocate the use of immunochemical FOBTs as the preferred screening strategy, as it satisfies all three of these important objectives.
- Subjects
COLON cancer; FECAL occult blood tests; DECISION making; CANCER prevention; MEDICAL screening
- Publication
BMC Gastroenterology, 2012, Vol 12, Issue 1, p183
- ISSN
1471-230X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1186/1471-230X-12-183