A blueprint for creating an early-onset colorectal cancer program based on experiences from 7 clinical centers across the United States and Canada Journal Article
| Authors: | Ng, K.; Eng, C.; Wildgoose, P.; You, Y. N.; Cercek, A.; Parikh, A.; Liska, D.; Ratti, U.; Stein, B. D. |
| Article Title: | A blueprint for creating an early-onset colorectal cancer program based on experiences from 7 clinical centers across the United States and Canada |
| Abstract: | Background The incidence of individuals diagnosed with colorectal cancer under the age of 50, often referred to as early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC), has risen worldwide. The EOCRC patients have unique needs; however, there are no clear guidelines on how to address them. The objective of the present study was to propose a blueprint for EOCRC program development and implementation. Materials and Methods A consensual qualitative design was used to frame the present study. Seven leaders of North American EOCRC centers were invited to devise a stepwise blueprint for developing and implementing EOCRC programs. Discussions were transcribed and conceptually organized into a framework. An analysis of documents detailing and describing the services offered within each center was also conducted. Results The analysis was organized around 2 domains: (1) the rationale underlying the creation of EOCRC programs, and (2) the lessons learned from developing and implementing EOCRC programs. Participants agreed that as the EOCRC programs represent innovative initiatives, a program manager who closely monitors the program is core to successful implementation. Conclusions This study outlines a 10-step actionable guideline for developing and implementing EOCRC programs aiming at addressing the unmet needs of this growing population. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved. |
| Keywords: | middle aged; united states; follow up; colorectal cancer; pathology; colorectal neoplasms; health care; health program; sexual dysfunction; colorectal tumor; colon cancer; diagnosis; health care personnel; physician; interview; program development; epidemiology; acute toxicity; genetic screening; onset age; age of onset; fertility; rectum cancer; analgesia; canada; therapy; child care; rectal cancer; intestine function disorder; social worker; sexual health; urinary dysfunction; practical guide; psychologist; chronic toxicity; humans; human; male; female; article; psychiatrist; care delivery; early-onset colorectal cancer; early-onset colorectal cancer program; early onset colorectal cancer program |
| Journal Title: | The Oncologist |
| Volume: | 30 |
| Issue: | 8 |
| ISSN: | 1083-7159 |
| Publisher: | Oxford University Press |
| Date Published: | 2025-08-01 |
| Start Page: | oyaf199 |
| Language: | English |
| DOI: | 10.1093/oncolo/oyaf199 |
| PUBMED: | 40747803 |
| PROVIDER: | scopus |
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| Notes: | Article -- Source: Scopus |
