Intervention studies in adenoma patients.
There is considerable evidence that most colorectal carcinomas arise in preexisting adenomas. It also appears that there may be a considerable influence of diet in the genesis and growth of adenomas. This evidence is discussed and the current dietary intervention studies in humans are reviewed.
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Department of Surgery, University Hospital, Nottingham, England, United Kingdom.
D000236:Adenoma / Q000209:etiology / Q000235:genetics / Q000517:prevention & control*; D000818:Animals; D015179:Colorectal Neoplasms / Q000209:etiology / Q000235:genetics / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004032:Diet / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D007417:Intestinal Polyps / Q000209:etiology / Q000235:genetics / Q000517:prevention & control; D012307:Risk Factors