AUTHOR=Zhang Zhongqi , Zhang Tianmiao , Zhang Rongcheng , Zhu Xiaonian , Wu Xiaoyan , Tan Shengkui , Jian Zhiyuan 

TITLE=Predicting colorectal cancer risk: a novel approach using anemia and blood test markers

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Oncology

VOLUME=Volume 14 - 2024

YEAR=2024

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/oncology/articles/10.3389/fonc.2024.1347058

DOI=10.3389/fonc.2024.1347058

ISSN=2234-943X

ABSTRACT=Background and objectives: Colorectal cancer remains an important public health problem in the context of the COVID-19 (Corona virus disease 2019) pandemic. The decline in detection rates and delayed diagnosis of the disease necessitate the exploration of novel approaches to identify individuals with a heightened risk of developing colorectal cancer. The study aids clinicians in the rational allocation and utilization of healthcare resources, thereby benefiting patients, physicians, and the healthcare system. Methods: The present study retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of colorectal cancer cases diagnosed at the