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Synopsis of causation: cancer of the colon and rectum

This document contains a synopsis of causation occurring in cancer of the colon and rectum.

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Synopsis of causation: cancer of the colon and rectum

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This document provides information on cancer of the colon and rectum. It has been compiled by medical practitioners and validated by external consultants within a relevant field. However, it is not intended as a comprehensive compendium of the literature on the specific condition.

This synopsis of causation was authored by Dr Adrian Roberts, Medical Author, Medical Text, Edinburgh and validated by Professor Robin C N Williamson, The Royal Society of Medicine, London.

Published 1 September 2008