Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent - Cause

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The exact cause of colorectal cancer is not known. Most cases begin as small growths, or polyps, inside the intestine.

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If colorectal cancer is not detected and removed, it invades and destroys nearby tissues and may spread to other parts of the body.

Author: Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology
Last Updated: 12/01/2006

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