Risk of colorectal cancer in juvenile polyposis

L. A. A. Brosens, Arnout van Hattem, Linda M. Hylind, Christine A. Iacobuzio–Donahue, Katharine Romans, Jennifer E. Axilbund, Marcia Cruz–Correa, Anne C. Tersmette, G. J. A. Offerhaus, Francis M. Giardiello

Gut · 2007 · 271 citations · 13 references

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Abstract

Patients with JP have a markedly increased RR and absolute risk for colorectal cancer and require vigilant colorectal surveillance starting at young age. A low threshold for recommending surgery with consideration for removal of the entire colorectum seems warranted.

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