Current status of colorectal cancer in China

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-02-01

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common malignant tumors in China.

In recent years,The incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer in China are on the rise。According to the 2020 China Cancer Statistics Report, the incidence and mortality rates of colorectal cancer ranked second and fifth among all malignant tumors, respectively, with 55 new cases50,000 cases and 28 deaths60,000 cases. The incidence and mortality rate of colorectal cancer in China ranks first in the world, which seriously threatens the health of Chinese residents.

According to the 2022 National Cancer Report released by the National Cancer Center, colorectal cancer has become the cancer with the second highest number of new cases and the fourth highest case fatality rate in China in 2016Younger trends。Between 2011 and 2020, the incidence of colorectal cancer in China increased by 126%, with an average annual growth rate of 95%。

The rapid growth of colorectal cancer is closely related to the dietary habits of Chinese people。Since the reform and opening up, with the improvement of people's living standards, the dietary structure has undergone significant changes. People are consuming more meat and junk food, while eating less whole grains and fiber-rich foods, and this change in dietary habits may be an important reason for the growth of colorectal cancer.

ForLowerColorectal cancerIncidencewithMortalityScreening is very important。Recommended screening methods include colorectal endoscopy and pathologic diagnosis. RecommendationsColonoscopy should be performed every 2-3 years for people over the age of age (screening age for high-risk groups should be advanced). People with symptoms such as gastrointestinal bleeding, weight loss, diarrhea, abdominal mass, or changes in bowel habits should seek medical attention and undergo colonoscopy in time to rule out the possibility of colorectal cancer.

Reference article: Chinese Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Standards (2023 Edition)[J] Chinese Journal of Surgery, 2023, 61(8): 617-644

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