Early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC), defined as CRC diagnosed before age 50 years, has increased significantly worldwide. The majority of EOCRCs do not appear to be driven by genetic factors and may be influenced by environmental factors. We hypothesized that sociodemographic disparities exist in EOCRC. The purpose was of the study was to examine the geographic disparities in patients with EOCRC.
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