Colonoscopy is still the most recommended screening for colorectal cancer, despite conflicting headlines and flawed interpretations of a new study
- Written by Franklin G. Berger, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina
Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death. But by finding polyps early on, colonoscopies can detect and prevent the cancer.Sebastian Kaulitzki/Science Photo Library via Getty ImagesA recently published study in a high-profile medical journal appeared to call into question the efficacy of colonoscopy, a proven and widely...
