The American College of Physicians has updated its 2019 colorectal cancer (CRC) screening guidelines for asymptomatic adults with an average risk of CRC . The guidelines were updated based on a review of the latest clinical evidence. Clinicians can utilize the following guidelines to screen for CRC in asymptomatic adults at average risk of CRC. Start screening for CRC in patients aged 50 years . Consider avoiding screening for CRC in patients aged 45 to 49 years.
Discuss with those populations the uncertainty of the benefits and harms of screening them. Stop screening for CRC in older adults above 75 years and those with ten years or less of life expectancy. Discuss the benefits, harms, availability, frequency, costs, and patient preferences and values with the patients when selecting a screening test for CRC. Follow any of the following frequency of CRC screening tests: Fecal…
