colorectal
adjective
co·lo·rec·tal
ˌkō-lō-ˈrek-tᵊl 
: relating to or affecting the colon and rectum
colorectal cancer
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Here’s what experts had to say about the new research, and how to determine the best colorectal cancer screening for you.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 May 2024
The rates of young onset colorectal cancer are rising in very many different parts of the world.
—Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 20 May 2024
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 May 2024
The rates of young onset colorectal cancer are rising in very many different parts of the world.
—Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 20 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for colorectal
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“Colorectal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/colorectal. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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colorectal
adjective
co·lo·rec·tal
ˌkō-lə-ˈrek-tᵊl, ˌkäl-ə-
: relating to or affecting the colon and the rectum
colorectal cancer
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