What is Colorectal Cancer? Explained by best oncologist in Delhi NCR oncologistdrdodulmondal.com

Colorectal cancer, also called bowel cancer, colon cancer or rectal cancer, is any cancer that affects the colon and rectum.

According to estimates by the American Cancer Society, in the United States, about 1 in 21 men and 1 in 23 women will develop colorectal cancer in their lifetime.

It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, while men are the third. However, due to advances in screening technology and improved treatment methods, the mortality rate of colorectal cancer has been declining.

Colorectal cancer may be benign, non-cancerous or malignant. Malignant cancer can spread to other parts of the body and cause damage to it.