The doctor pointed out that there are about 16,000 newly diagnosed colorectal cancer patients in Taiwan every year, and more than 6,000 people die of colorectal cancer; the picture shows the situation.

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[Health Channel/Comprehensive Report] Colorectal cancer ranks first among the top 10 cancers in China for 14 consecutive years. Many people have regular colonoscopy examinations. If colonoscopy finds colorectal polyps, how often does it need to be tracked?

In this regard, the doctor pointed out that according to the examination results, the number and differentiation of the tumor are used to distinguish high and low risks, and the poor degree of bowel cleansing before the examination is classified as a special case, and the doctor will make individual recommendations.

Gastroenterologist Lai Jiaye posted on his Facebook fan page "Easy GI Life. Physician Lai Jiaye | Stomach | Health | Weight Loss", saying that there are about 16,000 newly diagnosed colorectal cancer patients in Taiwan every year, and more than 6,000 people die of colorectal cancer.

Colorectal cancer is the most common cancer among Chinese people. Many people do colonoscopy regularly to prevent the occurrence of colorectal cancer. The tracking time of colonoscopy can be divided into three types: high-risk, low-risk and special cases according to the test results:

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High risk:

One of four conditions: three or more colorectal adenomas, adenomas larger than 1 cm, adenomas with tubulovillus histology, or adenomas with high grade dysplasia patients, it is recommended to check every 3 years.

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Low risk:

One or two colorectal adenomas, adenomas without villous components, or highly poorly differentiated, it is recommended to check every 3-5 years.

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Special circumstances:

for patients with poor bowel clearance, unable to reach the cecum completely, incomplete or complete resection of colorectal polyps, or endoscopic resection of early colorectal cancer, it is recommended according to individual circumstances.

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