A national survey of 277 U.S. healthcare providers found that although 87% were concerned about early-onset colorectal cancer, approximately one-half reported that younger adults commonly experienced symptoms for four months or longer before seeking care, with the most frequently cited barriers including patients expecting symptoms to resolve (84%) and insurance and financial barriers (79%). (Dis Colon Rectum)
National survey finds provider barriers to early-onset CRC diagnosis
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