Experience and Needs of Patients With Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer and Their Caregivers: A Qualitative Study

The incidence of young-onset colorectal cancer (YOCRC; defined as patients who are diagnosed with CRC before age 50 years) is rising rapidly, and CRC is predicted to be the leading cause of cancer death in this age group by 2030. Yet, there has been limited research into the experiences and needs of patients with YOCRC and their caregivers. The goal of this study was to better understand the experiences and needs of patients with YOCRC and their caregivers.