Chapter 26, Problem 2DCR

Summary Introduction

To explain:

The reason for colon cancer occurring less in the proximal parts of the large intestine compared to the distal parts.

Introduction:

Development of cancer at any location through the large intestine is termed as colorectal cancer. This can be a malignant or benign cancerous tumor. Development of colorectal cancer begins with the formation of colorectal polyps. In some cases, colorectal cancer can relate to the genetics of the individual.