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Learning Objectives
Discuss the epidemiology of colorectal cancer.
Identify modifiable colorectal cancer risk factors.
Describe nonmodifiable risk factors, including familial and genetic colorectal cancer syndromes.
Evaluate the role of colonoscopy in colorectal cancer screening, including strategies to improve effectiveness.
Identify available modalities used in colorectal cancer screening.
Apply the correct colorectal cancer screening interval for patients with specific findings.
Describe the pathways by which colorectal cancer develops.
Discuss the histologic features of colorectal cancer precursor lesions.
Relate the diagnostic and staging criteria for colon and rectal cancers.
Identify molecular and clinical factors used to determine prognosis in patients with colorectal cancer.