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September 16, 2025MedicineOpen Access

Colorectal cancer screening practices and perceptions among the general population of the southwestern region of Saudi Arabia

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SMSyed Esam MahmoodMGMousa GhazwaniFRFatima Riaz

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Overview

Cross-sectional analysis reveals low awareness and screening rates for colorectal cancer among the population, suggesting a need for educational initiatives.

Key Points

  • A low colorectal cancer screening rate of 4.7% was found among the general population.
  • Individuals with a family history of colorectal cancer had a somewhat higher screening rate of 11.1%.
  • Awareness of colorectal cancer screening methods was low, with 58.8% unaware of any tests available.
  • Significant barriers to screening included cost concerns, emphasizing the need for targeted health education.

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Mahmood et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d4539531b076d99fa593e4https://doi.org/10.1097/md.0000000000044461
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