{"title":"Comparison analysis of the burden and attributable risk factors of early-onset and late-onset colorectal cancer in China from 1990 to 2019.","authors":"Mingmin Gong, Tian Xia, Zefu Chen, Yuanyuan Zhu","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000907","DOIUrl":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000907","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The project intended to analyze the impact of burden and related risk factors of late-onset colorectal cancer (LOCRC) and early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC) in China, thus offering essential references for optimizing prevention and control strategies.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Global Burden of Disease Study was employed to describe burden changes of EOCRC and LOCRC in China during 1990-2019, containing the numbers of incidence, deaths, prevalence, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), and to compare attributable deaths and DALYs risk factors in varying age and sex segments.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The numbers and corresponding crude rates of incidence, deaths, prevalence, and DALYs of EOCRC and LOCRC in China during 1990-2019 demonstrated an upward trend across all age categories, with males being dramatically predominant. Overall, over time, the impact of a low-calcium diet and a low-fiber diet on mortality and DALY rates decreased, while the impact of other risk factors increased. In terms of gender, the risk factors affecting males changed greatly, with smoking, inadequate milk intake, and the low whole-grain diet being the main factors in 2019, while in 1990, the main factors were the low-calcium diet, smoking, and inadequate milk intake.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The burden of colorectal cancer in China is concerning. Patients grouped by diagnostic age exhibit different characteristics, indicating the need for high-quality research in the future to achieve personalized medicine tailored to different population characteristics.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":"140-150"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141987667","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Rita Vortman, Moran Echar, Amihood Singer, Lena Sagi-Dain
{"title":"Compliance and satisfaction with BRCA surveillance in specialized clinics versus community follow-up.","authors":"Rita Vortman, Moran Echar, Amihood Singer, Lena Sagi-Dain","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000904","DOIUrl":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000904","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To assess adherence to medical follow-up protocols among BRCA1/2 carriers and compare outcomes between dedicated carrier clinics and community healthcare settings.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This cross-sectional study was conducted by distributing an anonymous questionnaire within the 'Good BRCA Genes - Support and Information Group for BRCA Carriers' association. The questionnaire assessed adherence to recommended surveillance and satisfaction with various aspects of the follow-up.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of the 682 BRCA carriers surveyed, 68.5% reported fully adhering to recommended medical follow-up. Those not fully adhering cited bureaucracy challenges, scheduling difficulties, timing uncertainties, and difficulty remembering examination dates. Less than 50% were satisfied with appointment availability, scheduling, contact persons, and general practitioners' knowledge of BRCA carrier risks and follow-up. The 417 women monitored in dedicated breast clinics reported notably higher optimal adherence to recommended surveillance (78.3 vs. 53.6%, P < 0.0001). In addition, they noted greater satisfaction with appointment availability (63.7 vs. 25.0%, P < 0.0001), appointment scheduling process (58.1 vs. 24.7%, P < 0.0001), availability of breast surgeons/gynecology specialists (67.4 vs. 50.8%, P < 0.0001), and availability of a contact person for consultations between appointments (53.5 vs. 20.8%, P < 0.0001).</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Our findings highlight the advantages of surveillance in dedicated BRCA1/2 clinics, including closer monitoring and increased satisfaction. Given the limited availability of such clinics and the growing number of BRCA1/2 carriers, the opening of additional dedicated clinics and the consideration of alternative surveillance-enhancing solutions, such as training healthcare professionals, using digital tools, and employing artificial intelligence, are essential.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":"100-105"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141317186","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A meta-analysis of albumin, globulin, and albumin globulin ratios for predicting prognosis of cervical cancer.","authors":"Zijun Wang, Jinwen Lin, Deping Chen","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000958","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000958","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study intends to investigate the performance of albumin, globulin, and albumin-globulin ratio (AGR) in predicting the prognosis of patients with cervical cancer. PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases were searched for relevant articles up to 1 March 2024. To elucidate the prognostic power of albumin, globulin, and AGR in cervical cancer patients, hazard ratios and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were computed. Subgroup analyses were performed to assess the association between albumin and the prognosis of cervical cancer patients. Ten studies involving 2394 cervical cancer patients were enrolled. Our results manifested that low albumin level was linked to poorer overall survival (OS) (hazard ratio = 2.01, 95% CI = 1.45-2.80, p < 0.001), independent of progression-free survival (PFS), whereas high globulin and low AGR were not notably correlated with both OS and PFS. Subgroup analyses by tumor stages, and treatment measures noted that low albumin levels were linked to poorer OS in tumor stages I-II (hazard ratio = 1.96, 95% CI = 1.12-3.43, p = 0.018), I-IV (hazard ratio = 1.96, 95% CI = 1.24-3.10, p = 0.004), and IV (hazard ratio = 3.4, 95% CI = 1.39-8.29, p = 0.007). Low albumin levels were associated with poorer OS in multifactorial analysis (hazard ratio = 1.94, 95% CI = 1.52-2.48, p < 0.001) and survival curves (hazard ratio = 3.38, 95% CI = 1.94-5.88, p < 0.001). In patients undergoing surgery only (hazard ratio = 2.32, 95% CI = 1.70-3.17, p < 0.001) and those with radiotherapy (hazard ratio = 2.12, 95% CI = 1.41-3.2, p < 0.001), low albumin levels were linked to poorer OS, but neither associated with PFS. Low albumin levels in cervical cancer patients are associated with poorer prognoses, and therefore can be viewed as a simple and economical prognostic index for cervical cancer.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143540767","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Elisabete Gonçalves, Filipa Fontes, Jéssica Rocha Rodrigues, Luis Antunes, Maria José Bento, Nuno Lunet, Samantha Morais
{"title":"Temporal trends in the incidence of second primary cancers in Northern Portugal: a population-based study.","authors":"Elisabete Gonçalves, Filipa Fontes, Jéssica Rocha Rodrigues, Luis Antunes, Maria José Bento, Nuno Lunet, Samantha Morais","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000962","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000962","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The growing number of cancer survivors has led to an increase in the frequency of multiple primary cancers. This study aimed to describe the temporal trends in the incidence rates and standardized incidence ratios (SIRs) of second primary cancers (SPCs) among patients diagnosed with a first primary cancer (FPC) in 2000-03, 2004-07 and 2008-11 in Northern Portugal. Population-based samples of patients diagnosed with an FPC (excluding skin non-melanoma) in 3 periods of 4 years, between 1 January 2000 and 31 December 2011, and registered in the Portuguese North Region Cancer Registry were followed for the diagnosis of an SPC or death until 31 December 2013. Incidence rates and SIRs were estimated for each period by sex, and considering the time between FPC and SPC diagnosis (synchronous and metachronous). During follow-up, 10 119 (7.4%) SPCs were identified among patients diagnosed with an FPC in 2000-11 (n = 136 382). The incidence rate of SPCs was over 10-fold higher in the first few months, remaining stable over the follow-up. Higher rates were observed in 2004-07 and 2008-11. Overall, a greater proportion of SPCs was diagnosed among males than females. The proportion of SPCs diagnosed increased with age. Increases in SIRs of SPCs were observed from 2000-03 to 2008-11, ranging from 1.16 to 1.77 and from 1.54 to 2.33, among males and females, respectively. This was particularly evident for FPCs and SPCs of the lip, oral cavity, pharynx, oesophagus and larynx among males, and colon and rectum, lung, ovary and cervix among females. Survivors of cancer in Northern Portugal had higher incidence rates of cancer than the general population, which have increased over time. Our findings highlight the need for enhanced surveillance and tailored strategies for survivors of cancer, emphasizing the challenges of their heightened cancer risk, patient expectations, and associated economic burden.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143523083","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Silvia Mignozzi, Claudia Santucci, Fabio Levi, Matteo Malvezzi, Paolo Boffetta, Giovanni Corso, Eva Negri, Carlo La Vecchia
{"title":"Cancer mortality predictions for 2025 in Latin America with focus on prostate cancer.","authors":"Silvia Mignozzi, Claudia Santucci, Fabio Levi, Matteo Malvezzi, Paolo Boffetta, Giovanni Corso, Eva Negri, Carlo La Vecchia","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000959","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000959","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>We provided cancer mortality rate estimates for the year 2025 in six Latin American countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, and Mexico), focusing on prostate cancer. We extracted mortality data for all cancers combined and the most common sites from the WHO and population data since 1970 from the United Nations. Estimates for 2025 were computed applying a linear regression to the most recent segment identified through Poisson join-point regression. Avoided deaths number from 1991 to 2025 was estimated by applying the 1990 peak rate to population data. Mortality from all cancers is predicted to be favorable for both sexes in all countries. The lowest total cancer mortality rates are expected in Mexico (67.7/100 000 males; 61.4/100 000 females), while the highest ones in Cuba (136.6/100 000 males; 91.6/100 000 females). Prostate cancer mortality is declining in all countries, although rates remain high in Cuba (25.2/100 000 in 2025). Downward patterns are observed for all age groups in all countries, except the elderly in Cuba and Mexico. Declines in mortality are predicted for colorectal (except for males in Brazil and Cuba, and females in Chile), stomach (except Cuban males), pancreatic (except Argentinian and Cuban males), lung, bladder (except Argentinian females), breast, and ovarian (except Cuba) cancers. Uterine cancer mortality, particularly from cervical cancer, remains highin Argentina (10.2/100 000) and Cuba (10.4/100 000). Except for uterine, stomach, and prostate cancers, cancer mortality rates are still relatively low in Latin America, except Cuba. Controlling tobacco particularly in Cuba, implementing organized cervical cancer screening, and advancing cancer treatment also for prostate cancer remain crucial in all countries considered.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143540769","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The burden of prostate cancer and metastatic prostate cancer in Italy in 2024.","authors":"Emanuele Crocetti, Alessandra Ravaioli, Fabio Falcini, Rosa Vattiato, Silvia Mancini, Flavia Baldacchini, Federica Zamagni, Benedetta Vitali, Chiara Balducci, Lauro Bucchi, Orietta Giuliani","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000960","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000960","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The epidemiologic scenario of prostate cancer (PC) is changing rapidly. The present study updates to 2024 the estimates of PC in Italy, including incident and prevalent cases, deaths, and metastatic PC (mPC), which is further subdivided into de novo mPC (metastasis detected at diagnosis) and recurrent mPC (metachronous metastasis).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The study was based on updated data from the Italian Network of Cancer Registries and the National Institute of Statistics and the age-specific short-term PC projections made available by the International Agency for Cancer Research. For mPC, we applied the age-specific ratios between deaths and estimated de novo and recurrent mPCs for the USA to the Italian age-specific deaths.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In Italy, in 2024, we expect 8400 PC deaths, approximately 39 000 new diagnoses, 4900 of whom are diagnoses of mPC, and almost 670 000 prevalent cases, about 36 000 of whom are mPCs.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These estimates provide updated and realistic information to policy makers, clinicians, and the community to properly address the needs of patients with PC in Italy from diagnosis to end-of-life care.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143467120","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Global and regional burden of kidney cancer due to high body index in adults from 1990 to 2021 and predictions to 2036.","authors":"Meng Zhang, Yuefan Shen, Jianguo Gao, Sihai Shao","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000961","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000961","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Monitoring the evolving global and regional burden of kidney cancer attributable to high BMI is vital for informing prevention and healthcare policies. This study aimed to evaluate historical trends in the global and regional burden of kidney cancer attributable to high BMI from 1990 to 2021 and to predict future trends through 2036 for individuals aged 20 years and older. We conducted a retrospective analysis using the Global Burden of Disease 2021 database. We analyzed data on mortality and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) linked to kidney cancer from high BMI. Stratifications included sociodemographic index (SDI), region, sex, and age. Temporal trends were assessed using joinpoint regression models, while the relationship between SDI and regional burden was examined. Projections were generated using Bayesian age-period-cohort models. In 2021, high BMI contributed to 19.86% of global kidney cancer deaths (0.032 million) and 19.00% of DALYs (0.782 million), representing an increase since 1990. Globally, age-standardized mortality rate and age-standardized disability rate have declined in recent years. However, rates have risen in developing regions such as South Asia and East Asia. Projections indicate stable global rates with slight fluctuations through 2036. The global kidney cancer burden attributable to high BMI shows signs of decline but continues to rise in some developing regions. Addressing this disparity requires strengthening obesity prevention and control strategies tailored to regional needs.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143448343","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tao Zhang, Shuai Wang, Dongming Li, Yifei Wang, Xueyuan Cao
{"title":"Burden and risk factors of colorectal cancer in Europe from 1990 to 2021.","authors":"Tao Zhang, Shuai Wang, Dongming Li, Yifei Wang, Xueyuan Cao","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000963","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000963","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Colorectal cancer (CRC) poses a significant health burden in Europe, but comprehensive studies on this region are limited.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Using data from the Global Burden of Diseases (GBD), Injuries, and Risk Factors Study 2021, we analyzed the regional distribution and temporal trends of the CRC and early-onset CRC burden in Europe from 1990 to 2021. Decomposition analysis was applied to quantify the contributions of population growth, aging, and epidemiological changes. The research also evaluated major risk factors associated with CRC and early-onset CRC.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The burden of CRC in Europe was found to be higher than the global average. While the age-standardized incidence rate (ASIR) increased, both the age-standardized mortality rate (ASMR) and age-standardized disability-adjusted life years rate (ASDR) decreased. Early-onset CRC exhibits similar distribution characteristics and patterns of change. Males had a significantly higher CRC burden than females. Population aging was the primary driver of increased burden in Europe. Risk factor analysis revealed that low whole grain intake and high red meat consumption were the primary contributors to the elevated ASMR and ASDR of CRC and early-onset CRC. Additionally, the CRC and early-onset CRC burden associated with high BMI and high fasting plasma glucose showed an increasing trend.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The overall burden of CRC and early-onset CRC in Europe remains higher than the global level, with increasing ASIR and decreasing ASMR and ASDR. Targeted prevention and control strategies should be developed based on the major risk factors for CRC. Older adults and men should be prioritized for interventions.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143448350","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jia-Yan Qu, Jing-Bo Lu, Hui-Jun Sun, Cai-Ping Meng, Li-Yuan Rong
{"title":"The global, regional, and national disease burden and risk factors of male breast cancer from 1990 to 2021: an analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study.","authors":"Jia-Yan Qu, Jing-Bo Lu, Hui-Jun Sun, Cai-Ping Meng, Li-Yuan Rong","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000952","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000952","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Male breast cancer (MBC) contributes to approximately 1% of total breast cancer diagnoses, with rapidly rising incidence and mortality rates worldwide. Since most breast cancer research has focused on women, this study intended to report the incidence, mortality, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) of MBC to aid in its control and prevention. The data on the incidence, DALYs, deaths, and age-standardized rates of MBC between 1990 and 2021 in different countries and territories were sourced from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2021 study. In 1990 and 2021, Eastern Sub-Saharan Africa had the highest incidence, DALYs, and mortality rates. Countries in the middle socio-demographic index quintile showed the fastest growth in age-standardized incidence rate, ASDR, and ASMR. From 1990 to 2021, the incidence, mortality rate, and DALYs of MBC increased worldwide. Alcohol use, dietary risks, and tobacco use were risk factors for ASMR, with dietary risks ranking first in all GBD regions. The rise in the number of cases of breast cancer in men places substantial stress on humans. Hence, policymakers should establish effective interventions and strategies for patients with MBC in accordance with the local situation.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143406436","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"High utilization of colonoscopy and fecal occult blood testing for screening or diagnostic purposes in Germany: a longitudinal analysis.","authors":"Michel Hornschuch, Sarina Schwarz, Ulrike Haug","doi":"10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000956","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/CEJ.0000000000000956","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>It is often reported that participation in the German colorectal cancer (CRC) screening program is low. However, it must be considered that fecal occult blood testing (FOBT) and colonoscopy are offered in parallel and both are also used for diagnostic purposes. We aimed to quantify and characterize the uptake of these colorectal examinations in Germany. Using the claims database German Pharmacoepidemiological Research Database (~20% of the German population), we included persons aged 50 in 2011 in cohort 1 (cohort 2: age 55) and assessed whether they utilized FOBT or colonoscopy for screening or diagnostic purposes until age 59 (cohort 2: age 64). We have stratified the analyses, i.e. by gender and educational level. Among 185 949 50-year olds, 80% of women and 63% of men had ≥1 colorectal examination (i.e. FOBT or colonoscopy) until age 59; 25% of women and 31% of men had ≥1 colonoscopy (among those, 76 and 62% had a screening colonoscopy). In women with lower vs higher education, 79 vs 82% had any colorectal examination; in men, these proportions were 60 vs 67%. Among 156 258 55-year olds, 78% of women and 69% of men had ≥1 colorectal examination until age 64. Our study demonstrates a high utilization of colorectal examinations in Germany. It also illustrates the value of health claims data to monitor CRC screening in Germany due to their longitudinal character and because they include information on screening, on examinations done for diagnostic reasons as well as information suitable to characterize users and nonusers.</p>","PeriodicalId":11830,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Cancer Prevention","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143390553","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}