Young adults and metachronous neoplasia: risks for future advanced adenomas and large serrated polyps compared with older adults

Recent increases in colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence in adults less than 50 years of age have led to more colonoscopies in this age group. As a result, there may be an increasing number of adults1cm) serrated polyps in younger versus older adults who return for a follow-up colonoscopy.
Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research