colorectal
adjective
co·lo·rec·tal
ˌkō-lō-ˈrek-tᵊl 
: relating to or affecting the colon and rectum
colorectal cancer
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Jean Wactawski-Wende, The Conversation, 2 May 2025
The findings suggested a potential association between MSM and a lower risk of lung and colorectal cancer.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 1 May 2025
So far, scientists are unsure what might trigger E. coli infections linked to colorectal cancer.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 1 May 2025
But one type of nut stands out as a potential nutritional tool in the arsenal against the growing cases of colorectal cancer: walnuts.
—Ani Freedman, Fortune, 1 May 2025
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“Colorectal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/colorectal. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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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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