P<0.05 is of statistical significance. ASA, acetylsalicylic acid; CI, confidence interval; FOBT, fecal occult blood test; g-FOBT, guaiac FOBT; i-FOBT, immunochemical ...
Colorectal cancer is one of the highest causes of cancer deaths in many countries (Schottenfeld and Winawer, 1996). Accordingly, prevention is an issue of global importance. Although colorectal cancer ...
Screening by faecal occult blood testing (FOBT) has been shown to be effective in reducing colorectal cancer (CRC) mortality (Mandel et al, 1993; Selby et al, 1993; Saito et al, 1995; Hardcastle et al ...
Background: Current guidelines for screening of colorectal cancer do not offer specific recommendations for cessation of antithrombotic agents prior to fecal occult blood test (FOBT). Aim: To asess ...