Published in JAMA Network Open, the study analyzed data from over 1,200 participants in the Health and Retirement Study. Interestingly, those with limited life expectancy were no more likely to accept the guidelines than their healthier counterparts.
Commentary by Dr. Leigh H. Simmons of Massachusetts General Hospital suggested that resistance might stem from patients’ histories of regular surveillance colonoscopies or misunderstandings about risks and benefits. She emphasized the need for personalized, sensitive communication to help patients navigate these decisions.
The findings highlight the complexity of implementing age-based CRC screening guidelines and the necessity of tailored guidance for older adults.
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