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Review
. 2017 May;33(2):165-171.
doi: 10.1016/j.soncn.2017.02.004. Epub 2017 Mar 23.

Gastrointestinal Cancers: Screening and Early Detection

Joyce P Griffin-Sobel
Review

Gastrointestinal Cancers: Screening and Early Detection

Joyce P Griffin-Sobel. Semin Oncol Nurs. 2017 May.

Abstract

Objective: To present an overview of current practices in the screening and early detection of gastrointestinal cancers.

Data sources: Literature reviews.

Conclusion: Screening for gastrointestinal cancers is less than desirable, particularly in underserved populations. There are inadequate methods of screening for early detection of esophageal and gastric cancers.

Implications for nursing practice: Education of patients is needed to reinforce the importance of screening for gastrointestinal cancers.

Keywords: cancer; colorectal; prevention; screening.

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