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Abstract
Crohn's disease is associated with various intestinal and extraintestinal malignancies. This article reviews the current literature regarding Crohn's disease and subsequent risk of cancer formation. Recognition of risk factors (both modifiable and unmodifiable) is essential for prevention and appropriate screening. Future investigations into the molecular mechanisms associated with Crohn-related malignancy will provide additional insight into carcinogenesis, potential for early intervention, and identification of at-risk patients.Entities:
Keywords: Crohn's disease; cancer; inflammatory bowel disease; malignancy
Year: 2019 PMID: 31275078 PMCID: PMC6606322 DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1683923
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Clin Colon Rectal Surg ISSN: 1530-9681