American Cancer Society Colorectal Cancer Screening and Surveillance Guidelines (2008)
Full text of current ACS recommendations (and rationale) for screening and surveillance for the early detection of colorectal cancer and adenomatous polyps is available here.
Quick Look: Chart of American Cancer Society Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines
View a summary chart of current ACS colorectal cancer screening recommendations.
Colon MD: Clinician’s Information Source
The American Cancer Society offers free materials to help you continue encouraging colorectal cancer screening among your patients 50 and older. You play the most important role in getting people screened for colorectal cancer. If your patients don't hear about screening from you, they may not think they need it. Our clear, concise materials can help you explain colorectal cancer tests to patients.
For Your Patients: Colorectal Cancer Early Detection
Review a consumer-friendly version of the American Cancer Society's screening guidelines for colorectal cancer, as well as information on risk factors and methods of reducing risk.