title: Colorectal cancer. Scope of the problem.
abstract: The extent of the problem of colorectal cancer is discussed. The need for early identification of the disease for cure is emphasized. The need for research into markers for early detection of disease as well as research into therapy for patients with established nonresectable cancer are also emphasized.
authors.affiliation: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Silverman
authors.forename: T K
authors.initials: TK
authors.lastname: Desai
authors.forename: G D
authors.initials: GD
authors.lastname: Luk
mesh_terms: D015179:Colorectal Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics / Q000401:mortality*; D006801:Humans; D008403:Mass Screening; D012307:Risk Factors